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Overseas ventures of South Korean insurers post mixed results in FY’23
Insurers have operated 41 overseas businesses in 11 countries as of yearend.
New Zealand supports comprehensive reform of insurance legislation
The ICNZ also pledges to collaborate with the government and regulators.
Prosper Health joins AXA to strengthen healthcare in China
AXA customers gain access to medical facilities across 296 cities in China.
Sun Life unveils new ESG-focused critical illness plan
The plan covers 188 illnesses and 38 complex surgeries.
HKIA welcomes World Bank’s second Cat bond, worth $150m
It will offer coverage against storm risks in Jamaica.
FWD Names Salvilla chief health officer of new unit
Dr. Salvilla joined FWD back in March 2021.
GX Bank, Zurich Malaysia ink 10-year bancassurance partnership
They will co-create micro digital insurance products for Malaysians.
Triple P Capital acquires 85% stake in MAAGAP
The investing group aims to boost its presence in the Philippines.
Philippines' microinsurance premiums jump to $240m in 2023
The year saw 56.62 million Filipinos covered under microinsurance policies.
Hang Seng upgrades annuity plan
Only 22% of professionals felt confident about their retirement funds. 
Chubb, Maryland to discuss $350m compensation deal: Report
Analysts anticipate total insurer payouts could reach $4b.
Microinsurance sees $41.4b market potential
71.5% of APAC received insurance for property or loss-of-income.
Pacific Prime and MixCare partner for employee wellness in HK
Pacific Prime's customers will now have access to MixCare's platform.
Insurance incentives sweeten EV deal for consumers
Tax incentives and the introduction of charging stations are boosting the EV market.
How are Insurance-Linked Investments profitable?
Schroders says ILS is primarily driven by natural events rather than corporate factors.

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Insurance Markel targets professional indemnity market in Australia
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Swiss Re gives importance to parametric insurance amidst challenges like basis risk and modelling complexities.
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Risks are shared and covered collectively by all Participants (Takaful) to mutually help one another.
Insurance InterContinental Singapore is saving insurance for a rainy day
NUS Professor Charoenwong discusses the effectiveness and value of a Singaporean hotel’s rain insurance offer.
BRI Life relies on bancassurance channels amidst increasing demand for insurance
As of November 2023, the bancassurance channel contributed 81% of BRI Life’s total premium revenue.
Insurance How women in power are the key to business success
Industry experts share their thoughts on how women in business can be the ultimate growth driver.
Insurance Hong Kong’s women in insurance rising in a male-dominated business sector
Hong Kong’s female insurance executives show how they take on leadership roles.

Top News

Overseas ventures of South Korean insurers post mixed results in FY’23
Insurers have operated 41 overseas businesses in 11 countries as of yearend.
New Zealand supports comprehensive reform of insurance legislation
The ICNZ also pledges to collaborate with the government and regulators.
Prosper Health joins AXA to strengthen healthcare in China
AXA customers gain access to medical facilities across 296 cities in China.
Sun Life unveils new ESG-focused critical illness plan
The plan covers 188 illnesses and 38 complex surgeries.
HKIA welcomes World Bank’s second Cat bond, worth $150m
It will offer coverage against storm risks in Jamaica.
FWD Names Salvilla chief health officer of new unit
Dr. Salvilla joined FWD back in March 2021.
GX Bank, Zurich Malaysia ink 10-year bancassurance partnership
They will co-create micro digital insurance products for Malaysians.
Triple P Capital acquires 85% stake in MAAGAP
The investing group aims to boost its presence in the Philippines.
Philippines' microinsurance premiums jump to $240m in 2023
The year saw 56.62 million Filipinos covered under microinsurance policies.
Hang Seng upgrades annuity plan
Only 22% of professionals felt confident about their retirement funds. 
Chubb, Maryland to discuss $350m compensation deal: Report
Analysts anticipate total insurer payouts could reach $4b.
Microinsurance sees $41.4b market potential
71.5% of APAC received insurance for property or loss-of-income.
Pacific Prime and MixCare partner for employee wellness in HK
Pacific Prime's customers will now have access to MixCare's platform.
Insurance incentives sweeten EV deal for consumers
Tax incentives and the introduction of charging stations are boosting the EV market.
How are Insurance-Linked Investments profitable?
Schroders says ILS is primarily driven by natural events rather than corporate factors.

Exclusives

Insurance Markel targets professional indemnity market in Australia
Head of professional and financial risks, Kym Beazleigh, explains the game plan in Markel’s strategic expansion.
Insurance Natural disasters steer Asia Pacific towards parametric insurance
Swiss Re gives importance to parametric insurance amidst challenges like basis risk and modelling complexities.
Insurance AXA Mandiri’s Shariah insurance fosters mutual assistance amongst participants
Risks are shared and covered collectively by all Participants (Takaful) to mutually help one another.
Insurance InterContinental Singapore is saving insurance for a rainy day
NUS Professor Charoenwong discusses the effectiveness and value of a Singaporean hotel’s rain insurance offer.
BRI Life relies on bancassurance channels amidst increasing demand for insurance
As of November 2023, the bancassurance channel contributed 81% of BRI Life’s total premium revenue.
Insurance How women in power are the key to business success
Industry experts share their thoughts on how women in business can be the ultimate growth driver.
Insurance Hong Kong’s women in insurance rising in a male-dominated business sector
Hong Kong’s female insurance executives show how they take on leadership roles.

Join the Insurance Asia community