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Geneva Association calls for collaboration to address climate-related health risks

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.

HK pushes for ILS via regulatory regime, grants HK$100m for financial industry

The finance secretary also promises to transform into a global hub for supply chain management, thus ensuring coverage by an export credit insurance corporation.

Allianz Partners taps Jacob Fuest as chief markets officer

His role will focus on driving profitable growth across Allianz Partners' business units worldwide. 

Market Saturation and Competition: Obstacles in Singapore's Insurance Sector

There are five key challenges the Singaporean insurance landscape needs to address.

HSBC Life Hong Kong issues most expensive life insurance policy

The Hong Kong insurer has issued policies worth at least US$50m over the past year.

Asian economies at higher financial risk from climate hazard intensification, warns report

The Swiss Re Institute emphasised insurance’s role in risk mitigation.

Association predicts 2.0%-4.0% growth for Thai life insurance

The industry forecast is within the government’s target of 2.2% to 3.2% for 2024.

Fusion Specialty gets new managing partner for APAC

Steven Harwood has over 11 years of experience covering W&I, Tax Indemnity, and contingent liability risks. 

Higher interest rate risk pressures HSBC Life SG's capital buffers

S&P Global Ratings expects the insurer’s relationship with its parent company will remain strategic due to its regional exposure.

Moody's forecasts strong performance for Dinghe Insurance

The ratings agency said Dinghe Insurance’s limited market share outside of CSG's business is seen as a weakness.

India’s life insurance premiums fall in January

In the nine months to January, 21.3 million were pencilled in.

Optimism remains despite high rates and M&A uncertainties: Clyde & Co.

Challenges persist from 2023, even on Hong Kong’s new capital regime.

Blue Cross APAC strengthens capital buffer, backed by AIA

Blue Cross plays a crucial role in supporting AIA's growth strategy through various market segments in Hong Kong. 

S&P expects Tokio Marine Insurance Singapore to sustain market presence

It is also projected to maintain its significance within Tokio Marine Group.

Prudential expands medical network with UFH in Greater Bay Area

Prudential will directly settle pre-approved medical expenses with UFH upon completion of treatment.