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Sun Life appoints Randy Lianggara in newly created role of President, Emerging Markets, Asia

Lianggara will join in November from Aviva to drive growth in Indonesia, Vietnam, and Malaysia, as well as oversee Sun Life's JV with China Everbright Group.
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September 19, 2024

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Sun Life on Thursday (19 September) announced Randy Lianggara will join the business in the newly created role of President, Emerging Markets, Asia, effective 1 Nov 2024.

This role will see Lianggara drive growth across Sun Life’s businesses in Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, as well as overseeing its joint venture with China Everbright Group in mainland China.

He will join Sun Life from Aviva, where he held roles including Regional CEO, Asia, and Regional CEO, China, Indonesia, and Vietnam. Prior, he spent ten years as CEO of AXA Indonesia.

In line with the move, Lianggara joins Sun Life’s Asia Executive Team and reports to Manjit Singh, President, Asia.

“I am delighted to welcome Randy to our Asia Executive Team. Randy is an industry veteran with a proven track record of success building and leading insurance businesses in emerging markets,” Singh said.

“This appointment demonstrates our commitment to our Clients and business partners in the region. He will be instrumental as we continue to expand our presence and help more Clients across Asia to live healthier lives and achieve financial security,” adds Singh.

Speaking on his new role, Lianggara commented, “I am thrilled to be joining Sun Life and to work alongside such a talented team in the Asia region. The emerging markets in Asia offer tremendous opportunities, and I am eager to help drive our growth strategy.”

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