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Typhoon Kalmaegi claims more than 200 lives in Philippines and Vietnam, economic losses expected in the hundreds of millions

November 8 2025

The Philippines recorded the highest casualty with 204 people killed and 141 missing, based on official figures as of Saturday, 8 November.

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AUB extends EQT exclusive due diligence period by two weeks amid takeover negotiations

November 7 2025

The non-binding approach values the intermediary group at A$5.25bn (US$3.4bn).

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Insurance Council urges action on rising regulatory costs for Australian consumers

November 7 2025

The ICA has found that more than 30,000 regulatory requirements and duplications cost insurance customers up to A$3.5bn (US$2.27bn) each year.

Megan Shao to return to Zurich as Chief Claims Officer for APAC

November 7 2025

She rejoins the company from AXA XL, where she served as Head of Claims for Asia.

BNP Paribas Cardif names Michael Nguyen CEO of Asia

November 7 2025

He has been with the company since 2020, most recently as Deputy CEO and COO.

SIRC 2025 Wrap: APAC’s new leadership role

November 7 2025

Discussions focused on how the region is poised to reshape the (re)insurance world.

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AI data centres pose new accumulation risks but offer business opportunities: Swiss Re

November 7 2025

Artificial intelligence is also driving new liability risks through an increase in related litigation incidents.

NFRA issues guidance for Chinese insurers to launch sidecar ILS in Hong Kong

November 7 2025

The regulator's new guidance follows a series of initiatives to strengthen Hong Kong’s role as a regional hub for insurance-linked securities.

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Howden launches marine services in Japan, appoints Koji Aragane to lead

November 6 2025

Aragane joins from Steamship Mutual Japan, where he most recently served as Senior Advisor.

(Re)insurers urged to engage earlier, think longer-term amid APAC's energy transition

November 6 2025

A panel held at SIRC 2025 called for industry to continue to take a more proactive role in financing, design, and risk management of Asia’s expanding clean-energy projects.

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