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Regulators sharpen focus on growing asset-intensive reinsurance market

February 4 2026

As AIR volume and complexity surge, insurers face rising scrutiny over collateral, counterparty and recapture risks.

ICICI Prudential Life to deploy Aon’s PathWise platform for actuarial modelling overhaul

February 3 2026

The partnership's initial scope will cover IRBCF and IFRS 17 (Ind-AS), using a single consolidated platform to improve speed, scalability and controls.

Nippon Life’s Resolution Life acquisition marks ‘steep change’ in overseas profile as AM Best affirms ratings

February 3 2026

The insurer posted JPY1 trillion (US$6.5bn) in core operating profit for FY ended 31 March 2025, but weaker unrealised gains on securities pulled its capital base down from last year's peak.

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Hong Kong life insurance premiums to top HK$702bn by 2030 on ageing, cross-border demand — GlobalData

February 2 2026

Premium expansion, demographic shifts, and enhanced bancassurance channels are seen to boost the sector and support sustained growth in protection, retirement, and high-net-worth client solutions in the...

Zurich Malaysia, Kenanga Group partner to embed insurance, takaful in wealth planning

January 30 2026

The agreement will see Zurich Malaysia’s insurance and takaful solutions offered through Kenanga Group’s advisory and digital channels.

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China’s insurance premiums flatten in November as life weighs on growth

January 30 2026

Personal insurance is mixed, with life weak but health firmer, while property (non-life/P&C) is steady despite rising claims.

Japan’s mid-sized life insurers hold back from super-long JGBs as volatility and scrutiny persist

January 29 2026

Insurers including Fukoku and Daido are favouring 10–15-year paper for now, while regulators seek clarity on unrealised bond losses.

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Japan watchdog to probe Prudential Life following staff misconduct disclosure — reports

January 28 2026

Regulators are planning to scrutinise the insurer’s sales practices, controls, and governance as part of the inspection.

Prudential Life Japan vows governance overhaul after staff misconduct

January 27 2026

An external expert panel will assess customer losses and compensation after staff pushed non-approved investments.

Sun Life Asia partners with MDRT Academy to develop advisors across region

January 23 2026

Sun Life plans to integrate the academy's training framework in Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Vietnam.

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Meiji Yasuda’s consolidated premiums rise 31% year-on-year in 1H25 — AM Best

January 23 2026

AM Best affirmed the Japanese insurer's A+ financial strength rating, citing increased overseas contributions and stable profitability.

Australia's insurance complaints rise 16% as GI disputes nearly double since 2020–21

January 23 2026

AFCA’s 2024-25 report highlights a surge in add-on insurance disputes, though delays in claims handling continue to improve.

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