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Taiwan insurers mull injecting new funds as COVID-19 claims cut down profit

Two insurers plan to raise capital once their risk-based capital falls below 250%.

Igloo expands footprints in the Philippines

The insurtech firm facilitated 60 million protection plans in the country.

1 in 2 Hong Kongers said they have ‘no spare money’ for insurance

This is despite 80% saying they understood the importance of insurance.

Chubb and JA Assure launches cyber insurance platform for SMEs

The platform is currently available in Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Singapore.

India extends ‘Use and File’ system

This allows insurers to market products whilst waiting for regulator approval.

India general insurance industry doubles growth rate in 2022

From 5% in 2021, it is forecasted to grow by 10.2% by end 2022.

AXA offers free travel insurance for customers in Hong Kong

The insurance is free for customers in quarantine after returning home.

Great Eastern sets new target for net zero goal by 2025

The insurer recently released its 2021 sustainability report.

South Korea insurance industry profits fell by 21% in Q1

Net profits for all 53 major insurers totaled $2.45b.

FWD delays $1b IPO

A volatile market was the reason for the delay.

Taiwan insurance industry suffers double digit drops in April

Life insurance enterprise fell by 13.9% whilst decreased by 16.5%.

China Life Indonesia arm signs sales partnership with ZA Tech

This paves the way for the launch of the insurers endowment cover.

LIC net profits surges by 39.4% in full-year 2021

This is despite a fall of 18% in profits in the fourth quarter.

China regulator green lit AIA China's new branch

The insurer will establish a new branch in Henan.

Hong Kong insurance regulator faces staff shortage: report

The regulator said it is understaffed by around 10%.