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India's marine insurance pool cuts war-risk premiums by up to 48% amid self-reliance push

June 9 2026

With more than 80 marine war-risk policies issued since its May launch, India is advancing plans to build a domestic protection and indemnity (P&I) framework.

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Tokio Marine CEO targets global expansion backed by Berkshire alliance

June 8 2026

The Berkshire Hathaway partnership will help the Japanese insurer pursue overseas deals and expand its solutions business, CEO says.

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Continuum, Native partner to expand digital asset insurance in Asia

June 5 2026

The tie-up aims to bridge regional advisory expertise with London market capacity for digital asset and blockchain risk insurance solutions.

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Emergence Insurance acquires renewal rights to Blue Zebra cyber portfolio

June 5 2026

All Blue Zebra cyber policies will renew onto Emergence terms from 1 July 2026.

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Munich Re appoints Petrovic and Roman to lead cyber units across Asia-Pacific and Africa

June 4 2026

Petrovic starts the role with immediate effect and will relocate to Singapore in August, while Roman will assume her position in July.

OIC cuts Thai insurance growth outlook as Middle East conflict raises costs

June 4 2026

The regulator pointed to higher claims costs, tighter reinsurance appetite and pressure on trade-exposed lines as external volatility feeds into the sector.