Health insurance
Why insurance providers are the key to APAC health solutions
Insurance-backed digital app penetration is projected to rise by 70% in the next two years.
Why insurance providers are the key to APAC health solutions
Insurance-backed digital app penetration is projected to rise by 70% in the next two years.
Lifenet, Eisai develops dementia insurance coverage
The plan includes coverage from the mild cognitive impairment stage of dementia.
Australians strike out health insurance amid soaring costs
Over the past twenty years, health insurance prices have more than tripled.
Hong Kong’s PA&H insurance sector to reach $28.5b in 2028
This growth was driven by the increased health awareness brought by the pandemic.
Singapore's LIA unveils consumer guide to medical underwriting
The association’s management committee continues second term.
Singlife launches two upgraded plans, focusing on affordability and cancer cover
The insurer is in partnership with IHH Healthcare Singapore.
Etiqa S’pore unveils CI plan, supports mental health conditions
Coverage is provided for psychiatrist consultations, which are up to eight claims.
High interest in personalised insurance among Malaysians: Capco survey
Malaysians prefer to share data through health or fitness tests.
Muang Thai Life to see improved new business value growth: Fitch Ratings
MTL has witnessed a modest earnings recovery during the third quarter of 2023.
Geneva Association calls for collaboration to address climate-related health risks
The report highlights the potential long-term consequences on health and life insurance as climate events become more severe and frequent.
Hospital treatment coverage reaches 44.9% of Australian population
Policies for both hospital and general treatment saw an increase.
Vietnam health ministry proposes overhaul of insurance law
Amendments and provisions to Vietnam’s Law on Health Insurance are said to take effect on 1 January 2025.
S&P Global Ratings forecasts earnings surge to $3.6b in 2024 for Swiss Re
Its life and health reinsurance segment is projected to reach $1.5b in profits.
Insurers see changing attitudes towards health and wealth amidst economic crisis: Manulife
70% of people in Asia express confidence in achieving their personal finance goals, with saving for retirement as the top priority.
Clock’s ticking for foreign insurers in Malaysia to reduce stakes in local ventures
The Malaysian central bank is giving foreign insurers until the end of 2023.
How Emma transforms AXA Mandiri's digital strategies
Emma is an all-in-one digital platform that meets the customers' needs, from purchasing an insurance policy to booking gym classes.
India extends ‘Use and File’ system
This allows insurers to market products whilst waiting for regulator approval.