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Singlife and Doctor Anywhere launch subscription plan for self-employed
The partnership is set to benefit about 310,000 self-employed individuals.
MAS slaps 12-year ban on ex-Manulife rep for cheating
Ong Ka Yong was sentenced to 47 months’ imprisonment on 4 September 2023.
Chubb acquires Healthy Paws
It is acquiring the pet insurer from Aon.
China Life Insurance’s NVB could see 17% YoY growth: Nomura
Net profit, on the other hand, could contract 15% YoY.
Swiss Re to roll out AI tool for better decision-making
The initiative is set for a broader rollout later in the year.
Hong Kong and Macao discuss cross-market insurance issues
Discussions included topics such as the sale of life insurance products to MCVs.
SEADRIF confirms Kawai as leader in disaster risk
He will also serve as the secretary general of the ASEAN +3 DRF initiative.
Heavy rains in Southwestern Asia reveal insurance shortfall
Dubai saw its heaviest rainfall in more than 70 years.
Gallagher strengthens Australian presence with acquisition
Prasidium’s office will integrate into Gallagher offices across the country.
Tokio Marine launches Business Architect programme
The programmes are set to start in May.
AIA, Prudential grapple with China sales issue: UOBKayHian
However, both companies' exposure to the involved brokers is limited.
Reinsurers see April renewals stabilise
Increased capacity alongside demand was seen in APAC, says Aon.
Marsh McLennan Q1’24 revenue up 9% to $6.5b
Marsh’s APAC business saw its revenue jump 6% YoY.
Allianz sells 51% stake in Saudi unit
Abu Dhabi National Insurance is the buyer.
Malaysian Re inks deal with Chinese firms on cancer treatment
It hopes to improve products under health and medical.

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Singlife and Doctor Anywhere launch subscription plan for self-employed
The partnership is set to benefit about 310,000 self-employed individuals.
MAS slaps 12-year ban on ex-Manulife rep for cheating
Ong Ka Yong was sentenced to 47 months’ imprisonment on 4 September 2023.
Chubb acquires Healthy Paws
It is acquiring the pet insurer from Aon.
China Life Insurance’s NVB could see 17% YoY growth: Nomura
Net profit, on the other hand, could contract 15% YoY.
Swiss Re to roll out AI tool for better decision-making
The initiative is set for a broader rollout later in the year.
Hong Kong and Macao discuss cross-market insurance issues
Discussions included topics such as the sale of life insurance products to MCVs.
SEADRIF confirms Kawai as leader in disaster risk
He will also serve as the secretary general of the ASEAN +3 DRF initiative.
Heavy rains in Southwestern Asia reveal insurance shortfall
Dubai saw its heaviest rainfall in more than 70 years.
Gallagher strengthens Australian presence with acquisition
Prasidium’s office will integrate into Gallagher offices across the country.
Tokio Marine launches Business Architect programme
The programmes are set to start in May.
AIA, Prudential grapple with China sales issue: UOBKayHian
However, both companies' exposure to the involved brokers is limited.
Reinsurers see April renewals stabilise
Increased capacity alongside demand was seen in APAC, says Aon.
Marsh McLennan Q1’24 revenue up 9% to $6.5b
Marsh’s APAC business saw its revenue jump 6% YoY.
Allianz sells 51% stake in Saudi unit
Abu Dhabi National Insurance is the buyer.
Malaysian Re inks deal with Chinese firms on cancer treatment
It hopes to improve products under health and medical.

Exclusives

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.
Insurance Strong women in insurance speak on gender bias
Leading women in Singapore’s insurance industry highlight the role of support networks and mentorship in advancing women’s careers in male-dominated sectors.

Join the Insurance Asia community