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Friday, October 30, 2026

Life and Health

Kyobo Life to integrate digital insurer Lifeplanet
Kyobo Life to integrate digital insurance arm Lifeplanet
September 16 2026
The merger is intended to enhance Kyobo Life's digital insurance capabilities by combining Lifeplanet's online platform with its broader life insurance franchise.
South Korea's FSS flags claims handling concerns amid rising complaints
South Korea's FSS flags claims handling concerns amid rising complaints
September 16 2026
The regulator plans closer oversight of claims assessment practices, with a particular focus on claims leakage, dispute trends and potential on-site reviews.
Australia moves to cut private health insurance rebates for over-65s from April 2027
Australia moves to cut private health insurance rebates for over-65s from April 2027
September 16 2026
The change is expected to increase the cost of cover for around 3.2 million older Australians.
Manulife Philippines has appointed Ganesh Murugesan as Chief Information Officer
Manulife Philippines appoints Ganesh Kumar Murugesan as chief information officer 
September 15 2026
Murugesan brings over 25 years of experience developing and delivering technology solutions for insurers.
Starr taps Patto To as regional A&H claims manager for Asia
Starr taps Patto To as regional A&H claims manager for Asia 
September 15 2026
Having worked in the industry for over eight years, To brings extensive experience in A&H and consumer lines claims
ICICI Prudential Life to challenge US$391K tax demand after appeal rejection
ICICI Prudential Life to challenge US$391K tax demand after appeal rejection
September 15 2026
The GST demand and penalty relate to alleged non-payment of tax on certain outward supplies between 2017 and 2019.
Philippines orders Western Guaranty to expedite claims after MV June Aster ferry fire kills 76
Philippines orders Western Guaranty to expedite claims after MV June Aster ferry fire kills 76
September 15 2026
The cause of the MV June Aster fire remains under investigation, with survivor accounts pointing to a possible onboard explosion.
HDFC Life to challenge US$351m GST demand and penalty before tribunal
HDFC Life to challenge US$351m GST demand and penalty before tribunal
September 14 2026
The insurer will pursue a further appeal after an appellate authority confirmed a disputed GST demand and penalty relating to the period between July 2017 and March 2022.
Indian Bank advances life insurance plans, eyes board approval
Indian Bank advances life insurance plans, eyes board approval
September 14 2026
The state-owned lender is considering a subsidiary or joint-venture structure, with partner selection likely in the next 12 months.
Sharon Ho joins Starr to lead Hong Kong accident & health push
Starr taps Sharon Ho as head of accident & health for Hong Kong
September 14 2026
The insurer has handed her a remit centred on building its travel book across multiple distribution channels.
Hong Kong insurance business receipts index rises 60.7% YoY in Q2
Hong Kong insurance business receipts index rises 60.7% in Q2
September 14 2026
The insurance business receipts index edged higher to 334.9 in the second quarter, up from 317.1 in the previous three months.
South Korea to require insurers to disclose actuarial assumption reports under IFRS17
South Korea to require insurers to disclose actuarial assumption reports under IFRS 17
September 14 2026
The authorities are also expanding oversight of insurers' sales outsourcing to general agencies and interest-rate risk management.
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