Olivia Tirona
About 84% of foreign students in S.K. dissatisfied with national health insurance system
About 84% of foreign students in S.K. dissatisfied with national health insurance system
The reason was due to higher contributions required versus private insurers.
OJK releases roadmap for Indonesia’s insurance sector, focuses on four key pillars
The roadmap pushes for insurers to prioritise integrity, safeguard consumers and public interests, and bolster national economic growth.
Manulife Singapore targets rapidly growing high-net-worth market
New data suggests young beats old in appetite for investments.
FM Global names new EVP of EMA, APAC, and Canada
He will take on his role beginning 1 January 2024.
IRDAI assembles taskforce for bancassurance
The share of banks as corporate agents was 5.93% of non-life insurance and 17.44% of new business premiums in 2022-23.
ICA picks out seven catastrophe-related areas insurers need to improve on
Eight insurers’ action responses to the Cat 221 were analysed for the report.
HSBC Life reveals new leadership appointments
Winnie Ching, Raj Kumar, and Alison Law will report to CEO Greg Hingston.
Seven countries benefit from initial anticipatory action and disaster risk reduction programme
Its goal was to minimise the impact of disasters on individuals and communities.
Zurich acquires 51% stake in Kotak Mahindra Bank's general insurance arm
The insurer said it plans to buy 19% more in the future.
APRA inserts AU$20m more in capital requirement to RAC Insurance
APRA saw significant weaknesses in RAC's outsourcing controls, conflict management, and board decision-making processes.
Health insurance amongst top five benefits S’poreans are looking for in jobs: Survey
Eight out of 10 companies are facing tough competition when hiring.
Asians prioritise financial planning the most when falling ill: Peak Re
Six out of 10 Asians fear cyber security attacks.
Allianz Trade APAC appoints new HK commercial director
Tricia Koh will oversee commercial activities in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and South Korea.
Ping An’s 9M23 profits register $12b
Retail customers reached almost 230 million, with a contract ratio of 2.99.
Marsh plans of Japan joint venture with MST Insurance Service: Report
The venture plans to offer specialised corporate insurance recommendations.
HKFI approves of HKSAR policy address
The chief executive acknowledged the vital role of marine insurance in terms of maritime services.
Allianz Commercial appoints Jude Cross as Asia’s head of property
Cross has more than 20 years of experience in the industry.
Commentary
AI isn’t replacing insurance, it’s finally making it work