Thailand and the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Laos) will collaborate on developing a sustainable and accessible health insurance ecosystem, framing guidelines for the supervision of insurance for electric vehicles (EVs) and promoting electronic insurance policies (e-policies).
A directive issued by Thailand's regulator, the Office of Insurance Commission (OIC), which addresses motor insurance policies and the issuance and delivery of coverage, entered into effect on 1 January 2026.
The Consumer Protection and Participation in Insurance Committee, under the Office of the Insurance Commission (OIC), has agreed to support approaches that increase access to insurance-related careers for people with disabilities.
The Office of the Insurance Commission (OIC), Thailand's insurance regulator, has announced that insurance assistance and compensation have been confirmed in respect of all 161 victims of the crane collapse incident on 14 January.
Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Pipat Ratchakitprakarn has directed the Department of Rail Transport (DRT) to explore mandating travel insurance for rail passengers.
Munich Re has appointed Ms Chotima Puasiri as Chief Representative Munich Re Thailand, effective 1 March.
Thailand is likely to have a permanent Nat CAT Fund for the country soon. The initiative is being backed by the Thai General Insurance Association (TGAI) according to a report published in the daily the Bangkok Post.
The Office of Insurance Commission (OIC) is moving forward on a project to develop a strategic plan for voluntary health insurance, according to a statement released by the regulator.
The Office of Insurance Commission (OIC) has issued a directive requiring insurance companies to issue compulsory third-party motor vehicle insurance policies in electronic format, allowing policyholders to receive their policies electronically instantly. The directive takes effect from 1 January 2026.
The Office of Insurance Commission (OIC) has suggested a number of new mechanisms to drive the Thai insurance industry in 2026.