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Bupa Hong Kong names Albert Fung as director of group business & partnerships

He will lead the channel services new business team, amongst other roles.

Reinsurance capital expected to rise 8% through 2025: Gallagher Re

Reinsurers will also maintain strong profitability this year.

Tata AIA launches index funds on India’s top 500 firms

Both funds are open for subscription at ₹10 per unit until 22 September.

Why Australians rely on reviews when picking a health insurer

Younger Australians are the most active in checking reviews.

COVID-19 insurance market forecast to grow at 6.5% CAGR

Looking ahead, the market is forecast to reach $62.35b by 2029.

China BOCOM Insurance to maintain stable performance with BOCOM support

CBIC’s earnings continue to rely on investment income.

Allianz Trade appoints Hassan Omaish as CEO for Hong Kong, Korea, Taiwan

He will take over from Edmond Lee, who is retiring after 12 years.

Asia-Pacific reinsurance sector stays stable despite soft market

The industry remains well capitalised, but Fitch cautions climate-driven volatility.

Long stay travel insurance market to bag $4b in 2025

By 2029, the market is expected to reach $5.04b, expanding at a CAGR of 7.1%.

Hong Kong Insurance Authority urges joint effort in risk management

HKIA highlighted its ongoing collaboration with insurers and academics.

Proposed net cash flow tax to raise Aussies’ insurance costs: industry body

The council suggested scrapping stamp duties on insurance, amongst others.

Hong Kong’s PAObank to offer free travel insurance to new customers

New customers must use the referral code "PAOBPR" to avail of the insurance.

Aussie insurance body urges strata law reforms to counter rising premiums

Building defects cost $1.3b annually for residential apartments across Australia.

FWD Insurance to purchase all outstanding notes of US$900m subordinated notes

It is also issuing new USD subordinated dated capital securities.