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Japan Post, SCOR sign MOU for reinsurance vehicle, ceding of life policies

July 10 2026

The Japanese insurer plans to hold less than 50% of the voting rights in the SCOR-run structure, which would pool and diversify risks from both firms.

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China's July floods drive 320,000 claims, US$323m in payouts so far

July 10 2026

Reservoir breaches from Typhoon Maysak drove much of the loss, with insurers bracing for more as Typhoon Bavi approaches.

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China's insurers fast-track claims after deadly Guangxi floods, Hubei tornadoes

July 10 2026

Ping An P&C alone has reported more than 10,000 claims worth an estimated CNY110m (US$16.17m).

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AIA names winners of Healthiest Schools competition, expands programme to Myanmar and New Zealand

July 10 2026

The insurer awarded US$100,000 to schools across Asia Pacific as it broadens the initiative's regional footprint for 2026/27.

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ICA calls on government to require carmakers to sell parts to independent repairers

July 10 2026

Industry body says broader Right to Repair reforms would help curb repair costs and reduce upward pressure on motor insurance premiums.

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Arrow Global Insurance acquires Australian MGA Fusion Specialty

July 9 2026

The acquisition strengthens AGI's Asia-Pacific footprint and comes months after Fusion expanded into Japan's transactional risk market.

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XN Global launches health insurance offering in Hong Kong

July 9 2026

The move broadens the managing general agent’s reach in Asia through a tie-up with local carrier Asia Insurance.

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Steadfast extends exclusivity period as Amwins, Dragoneer reaffirm US$5.33bn bid

July 9 2026

The deal would give Amwins a significant foothold in the Asia-Pacific market through Steadfast's underwriting agency operations.

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Generali China sees improved COR in 2025 as Fitch affirms rating

July 9 2026

Lower catastrophe losses and a change in reserving methodology drove the improvement.

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Aon sees Singapore PCC framework as a 'major advancement' for captive, ILS growth

July 9 2026

The broker expects the structure to appeal to smaller firms exploring captives, larger corporates pursuing phased ownership strategies and ILS sponsors.

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