Global trade credit risk management group Coface has forecast global growth of 2.6% this year, a slight easing from 2.8% in 2025. The forecast was made before 28 February when the US-Israel vs Iran military conflict began.
Alpha Reinsurance Joint Stock Company (AlphaRe) has been officially launched as Vietnam's third dedicated reinsurer.
The Health Insurance Department under the Ministry of Health in Vietnam has announced that it is working with relevant units to complete a draft Circular issuing an updated list of chemical drugs, biological products, radioactive drugs and other medicines eligible for health insurance coverage.
Vietnam's Insurance Supervisory Authority (ISA) has outlined its market development strategy from 2026 to 2030, the overarching objective of which is to foster an open, favourable, and compliant business environment for insurance companies, developing a safe, efficient and sustainable insurance market while protecting the interests of financial consumers.
The year 2026 is expected to see positive growth in the insurance market, according to estimates by the Insurance Supervision and Management Department.
The majority of Asia's middle class feel financially anxious and underprepared for retirement, as rising living costs and growing family responsibilities reshape financial priorities across generations.
Vietnam's life insurance market in 2025 remains in a cautious recovery phase following two difficult years of contraction.
Techcom General Insurance has appointed Mr Pranav Seth as Chairman.
Individuals enrolled in the voluntary social insurance scheme will qualify for a pension once they reach the statutory retirement age and have contributed to the scheme for at least 15 years, under provisions of the 2024 Social Insurance Law. The measure takes effect this year.
Vietnam will provide full reimbursement of medical examination and treatment costs under its health insurance system to people from near-poor households and seniors aged 75 and above who receive social pension benefits, effective from 1 January 2026.