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Indonesia enters era of digital insurance distribution

Industry executives at Insurance Asia Forum 2024 push the digital mindset in developing an efficient ecosystem.

Indonesia enters era of digital insurance distribution

Industry executives at Insurance Asia Forum 2024 push the digital mindset in developing an efficient ecosystem.

Indonesia needs a little tech to boost insurance penetration

When compared to GDP, insurance penetration in Indonesia is 1.4%, which is low relative to ASEAN.

CEO unfolds how Indonesian firms can focus on growth amidst new regulations

Whilst the market drives towards growth, new rules shrink insurer presence.

How Grandtag secures the bag for Asia’s richest

Grandtag Financial’s regional CEO spills how ‘jumbo life insurance’ attracts UHNWIs in Asia.

Chinese insurers deem it wise to move to alternative investments

Analysts see new regulations driving a conservative shift as insurers seek stability amidst volatile markets.

Is ‘Londonisation’ good for Asia’s M&A insurance market?

Industry experts dissect the region’s low usage rates for M&A insurance despite more industry players entering the field.

Pressures mount for less desirable energy insurance placements

Industry experts eye offshore investments as most attractive, yet more expensive.

Markel targets professional indemnity market in Australia

Head of professional and financial risks, Kym Beazleigh, explains the game plan in Markel’s strategic expansion.

Natural disasters steer Asia Pacific towards parametric insurance

Swiss Re gives importance to parametric insurance amidst challenges like basis risk and modelling complexities.

AXA Mandiri’s Shariah insurance fosters mutual assistance amongst participants

Risks are shared and covered collectively by all Participants (Takaful) to mutually help one another.

InterContinental Singapore is saving insurance for a rainy day

NUS Professor Charoenwong discusses the effectiveness and value of a Singaporean hotel’s rain insurance offer.

BRI Life relies on bancassurance channels amidst increasing demand for insurance

As of November 2023, the bancassurance channel contributed 81% of BRI Life’s total premium revenue.

How women in power are the key to business success

Industry experts share their thoughts on how women in business can be the ultimate growth driver.

Hong Kong’s women in insurance rising in a male-dominated business sector

Hong Kong’s female insurance executives show how they take on leadership roles.

Strong women in insurance speak on gender bias

Leading women in Singapore’s insurance industry highlight the role of support networks and mentorship in advancing women’s careers in male-dominated...

Allianz Syariah flexes Sharia insurance for all Indonesians

The low level of Sharia financial literacy and inclusion has driven companies to implement both short-term and long-term measures.

MSIG Asia’s CEO shares approach to risk management evolution

CEO Clemens Philippi explains why MSIG Asia is sticking with a Japanese-based strategy of thinking long-term and prioritising sustainability.