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China expands basic medical insurance portfolio

The country added 91 new drugs to its medical insurance drug catalogue.

Singlife appoints Amundi for its low carbon transition strategy

The company will allocate 20% of its public equities for Amundi to manage.

China urges insurance firms to increase underwriting support for SMEs

The notice said banking institutions should continuously optimise financial services.

Insurance sector must remain resilient amidst emerging global risks

The sector must build a fair and inclusive market for all consumers.

How multinationals can unlock the potential of trade credit insurance

Strong balance sheets can help multinationals achieve this.

Premium grows 9.5% in 2023 outpacing nominal global GDP

This was mainly driven by carriers pushing for rate adequacy after high inflation.

Empathy can drive life insurance sales

Successful agents know how to step into the shoes of their clients during an appointment. 

Insurers need cultural overhaul in digital push

Digitalisation seeks to simplify processes, not complicate things.

Lifenet establishes policy and committee for sustainability

It also determined a corporate value enhancement based on the LIFENET Manifesto.

Asia faces $74t retirement income shortfall

Emerging markets in Asia face a $74 trillion pension savings shortfall.

4 in 5 Singaporeans prioritise health over wealth

61% viewed health as the foundation for pursuing life goals.

AU, NZ insurance pricing flat in Q2

New Zealand’s property insurance pricing slightly rose due to natural catastrophes. 

Thailand’s insurance pricing flat in Q2

Overall pricing remains flat with a slight exception in casualty/liability pricing.

AIA to simplify policy language amidst customer feedback

Difficulty in understanding the terms is seen as the top reason.