The effects of the coronavirus on trade are gradually being seen among Chinese companies according to findings from risk-modelling firm Russell Group.
The Indian government’s proposed IPO of state-owned Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) could trickle down to the entire domestic insurance industry in terms of attracting more foreign interest.
Aviva will pull out completely from Indonesia by selling its entire stake in joint venture Astra Aviva Life to its partner in the operation, according to a report by Reuters.
The Insurance Business Regulatory Board has issued a directive allowing banks and microfinance institutions to operate as agents selling insurance after obtaining approval from the Central Bank of Myanmar and Microfinance Business Supervisory Committee.
Global
Aon and Willis Towers Watson have announced a definitive agreement to merge in an all-stock transaction with an implied combined equity value of approximately $80bn. The transaction is subject to shareholder and regulatory approval but is expected to close in the first half of next year.
Risk
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) expects above average temperatures in many parts of the globe in the next few months, even without the presence of a warming El Niño event. This warrants that regions like Southeast Asia, Western Australia and Central America should be closely watched.
The economic impact of poorly protected machine identities cost $51bn to $72bn in losses to the worldwide economy could be eliminated through the proper management and protection of machine identities.