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Swiss Re announces new China chief
Swiss Re announces new China chief
The appointment is part of Swiss Re’s investment in its China market.
Prudential’s free COVID-19 vaccine insurance now covers children
It was originally available for Singaporeans ages 18 and up.
Hong Kong IA bans three agents for faking school credentials
Two were banned for three years whilst the other was banned for two years.
FWD extends support as Hong Kong battles fifth wave of COVID-19
This includes extension of various pandemic-related coverages.
Vietnam general insurance industry to reach $3.5b in 2026
Natural disasters and growing compulsory insurance classe is boosting the industry.
KB Financial Group to merge life insurance subsidiaries
The insurers merging are KB Life Insurance and Prudential Life Insurance of Korea.
Hong Kongers might be missing out these tax benefits on insurance products
Manulife reveals that many still do not fully understand these benefits.
Swiss Re names new Greater China CEO
He was previously the General Manager of AIG International Consulting.
PayMaya launches online shopping insurance for customers
This will be available for PayMaya users in the Philippines for free.
AIA total VONB up 18% to $3.3b in 2021
AIA China was named as the largest contributor for the group’s VONB.
Hong Kong premiums dips by almost 1% to $76.98 in 2021
General insurance business was up by 1.4%
Igloo raises $19m in Series B funding round
This brings its total funding to over $36m.
China to dethrone US as largest market for life insurance
Life insurance premiums in China will reach $7.12t by 2050.
Philippine non-life outlook to remain stable: AM Best
Strong growth in different non-life segments underpinning stable outlook.
APAC insurer earnings to fluctuate amidst Russia-Ukraine conflict
The conflict would test insurers with high allocation to foreign-currency investments.
Hong Kong broker banned over breach of personal information
He was also found guilty of forgery and impersonation.
Prudential Singapore reports $743m premium sales in 2021
Momentum was supported by growth across the agency and bancassurance channels.