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Asian insurers’ AI-readiness dictates their competitive advantage

Experts reveal why insurers that adapted AI earlier are now realising bigger extra earnings or cost reductions.

Asian insurers’ AI-readiness dictates their competitive advantage

Experts reveal why insurers that adapted AI earlier are now realising bigger extra earnings or cost reductions.

Swiss Re forecasts steady growth for non-life reinsurance

The reinsurance market is seen to return to a more sustainable level of risk-adjusted pricing.

APAC’s top pensions’ assets rise, global registers 12.9% dip

The region accounts for 26.4% of the total assets in the world’s 300 largest pension funds.

Prudential SG introduces easy way to switch plans

Eligible policyholders can take advantage of the feature from 1 Sept. to 31 Dec.

Allianz Trade APAC promotes Imran Khan

His expertise ranges from trade credit insurance to the banking sector.

Igloo brings new addition to Thailand operations

John Chen will oversee strategic partnerships and collaborations in Thailand.

Risk professionals and strong financials are needed for reinsurance volatility

Risks in the reinsurance market are evolving, forcing the industry to innovate and leverage technology.

Allianz unveils net-zero transition plan

Allianz has already surpassed its 2025 GHG emission reduction target.

Critical illness protection gap shrinks whilst mortality coverage stays the same: Study

Despite the gaps recorded, the industry has performed better in 2022 than in 2017.

Manulife unveils new global head of gov’t relations

Her appointment will be effective on 16 October.

Sompo Japan’s Chief steps down amdist Bigmotor misconduct

The date for his last day is yet to be determined.

Howden acquires Insurance Underwriters (NZ)

The acquisition targets to expand IUNZ’s reach.

Great Eastern Life focuses on sustainable development

Head of Sustainability Winnie Tan outlines insurance firm’s initiatives to foster partnerships in promoting sustainability in Southeast Asia.

Global reinsurance to breath above waters, life sector will see greener grass: S&P Global Ratings

Favourable reinsurance pricing, especially in short-tail lines, is expected to continue.