Sun Life has introduced an indexed universal life (IUL) insurance product for professional investors in Hong Kong.
Foreign residents in Japan may have to pay their National Health Insurance premiums in advance according to a new proposal by the country's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). The LDP's proposal has called for introducing a system of prepayment at the time of enrolment for the foreign residents in the country.
There is a critical need to support the mental health of young people in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region according to a new study published by Z Zurich Foundation.
Prudential has appointed Mr Naveen Tahilyani as regional CEO for India, the Philippines, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, as well as Africa, with responsibility for health, effective 29 July.
National General Insurance Company (NGI) is expected to grow modestly over the short-to-medium term, through strategic partnerships and innovative product offerings, with a focus on achieving bottom-line profitability and maintaining a balanced underwriting portfolio.
Prudential has appointed Mr Naveen Tahilyani as regional CEO for Africa, as well as India, the Philippines, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar, alongside responsibility for health, effective 29 July.
The total net income of the Philippine insurance industry grew to PHP15.30bn (276.6m) for the first three months of this year, 7.1% higher than the PHP14.29bn chalked up for 1Q2024, according to a statement released by the Insurance Commission.
Ageing societies are commanding the attention of chief risk officers (CROs) in the Asia-Pacific, according to EY Asia-Pacific Consulting insurance sector leader, Mr Chng Tze Ping,
Chinese insurance intermediary Shouhui Group has cleared its listing hearing with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX), moving a step closer to its mainboard initial public offering. The company, backed by Huatai International and CICC as joint sponsors, is best known for operating under the brand Xiaoyusan (literally 'Little Umbrella').
These are the highlights for all events and updates across the industry this week.