Economies in developing Asia and the Pacific have an opportunity to reap a "silver dividend" in the form of additional productivity from older people, which could boost gross domestic product in the region by 0.9% on average.
Around four out of 10 (43%) policyholders in India who lodged medical insurance claims in the past three years faced hurdles in getting their claims paid, according to a survey by LocalCircles, a social media platform for the community, governance and urban daily life.
The Tanzanian life insurance market offers numerous growth opportunities, says the international professional services firm Deloitte.
Qatar Insurance Company (QIC Group, QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the Middle East North Africa (MENA) region, has reported a net profit of QAR194m ($53.3m) for the first quarter of 2024, 11% higher than the QAR175m posted for the corresponding quarter in 2023.
Manulife Cambodia has introduced Manulife Premier, a new, comprehensive life insurance solution designed to offer entrepreneurs, SMEs, and affluent individuals with a financial protection plan and a legacy for a better future for their future generations.
New-business premium in India's life insurance market in the financial year that commenced on 1 April 2024 (FY2025) is expected to rebound on a comparatively lower base, according to CareEdge, an analytical group offering credit rating, analytics, consulting, and sustainability services.
Hexiang Insurance Brokers, the insurance brokerage division of Yiren Digital, has extended its services to over 100,000 flexible workers, a demographic traditionally underserved by social security due to their unstable employment status.
The Hong Kong Federation of Insurers (HKFI) has announced the appointment of its Governing Committee for the term 2024/2025.
Arabian Shield Cooperative Insurance Company (ASC) has been assigned an Insurer Financial Strength (IFS) Rating of 'A-' by Fitch Ratings.
Climate change could see malaria cases in countries previously free of the disease, bringing new health risks for workers travelling overseas according to health and security firm International SOS.