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Hong Kong Insurance Authority welcomes re-domicile bill passage

HKIA CEO said the legislation offers a simpler and more cost-effective pathway.

Zurich Insurance appoints Pitsikas as head of SME APAC

He will report to Sean Walker, head of Commercial Insurance.

Retirement savings insufficient for 82% of Taiwan’s prime-age workers

Healthcare costs beyond social insurance emerged as the most pressing concern.

India's life insurers report 8.4% rise in premiums for April 2025

Growth in individual non-single premium policies declined by 13.6% YoY.

Future Generali expands health insurance offering amidst medical cost surge

Over 80% are uncertain about whether their current health insurance is sufficient. 

Magma General expands motor insurance reach via Toyota Tsusho tie-up

TTIBI will distribute Magma’s motor insurance products through its network of 150 dealers.

Hong Kong travellers boost insurance uptake on personal safety concerns

Notably, the fear of losing travel documents is higher.

Singlife launches investment-linked plan with flexible premium options

Premium payments can be made via a lump-sum or over three, five, or 10 years.

87% of Singaporeans eye travel insurance purchase this year

Travellers said they want to be covered against scams or theft.

Zurich Insurance calls for stronger public-private coordination on climate risks

Extreme weather events caused ~$2t in economic losses over the past decade.

Why 9 in 10 Japanese want to purchase travel insurance this year

More than half will access travel insurance through credit card benefits.

Singapore life insurance industry sees 10.9% growth in Q1 2025 premiums

The growth was led by the double-digit increase in annual premium policies.

Q1 2025 natural disasters cost APAC billions, insurance coverage limited

In Q1 2025, South Korea and Japan faced significant wildfire activity.

Rising dental costs prompt Australians to reconsider extras health insurance

24% of Australians would spend more on dental care if they could afford it.

Ping An Insurance included in S&P Global’s 2025 sustainability list

It remains the only insurance company from China to be included.