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OJK makes health insurance co-payments optional, caps risk-sharing at 5%

January 12 2026

The move scraps a previous requirement for private health insurance policyholders to pay at least 10% of every claim.

HDI Global opens Seoul office to expand APAC reach

January 12 2026

Ki Hyung Jo has joined as Korea market lead, with HDI to offer local clients access to insurer's existing product range and new specialty solutions, such as cover for K-pop events.

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Willis creates distinct Asia natural resources, construction leadership roles, appoints Hutchinson as head of CRB Hong Kong, Macau

January 12 2026

New structure supports Willis’s long-term growth plans for its specialty segment, says Asia head Luke Ware.

ICA declares Significant Event for Victoria bushfires

January 12 2026

Insurers have begun on-the-ground support and claims assessment, with bushfires so far burning over 390,000 hectares across Victoria.

US-based MGA IRL-RE appoints Patrick Tynan as head of underwriting for Asia

January 9 2026

He moves after three years with Gallagher.

Lockton bolsters Asia marine and cargo capabilities with appointments of Li Lin Kea, promotion of Cindy Khoo

January 9 2026

Li joins from Aon while Khoo has been with the firm since March 2025.

Kyobo Life ROE rises to 20.4% as Fitch maintains ‘A+’ IFS; risky asset ratio climbs

January 9 2026

The life insurer's risky asset ratio rose to 179.0% by end-September 2025, exceeding Fitch's guideline for the insurer’s rating category.

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Specialist Risk Group appoints Richard Gurney into newly created head of specialty role

January 8 2026

He joins from Marsh, where he was Global Head of Construction.

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Khanh Bui returns to Chubb Life as chief finance and business development officer for Southeast Asia

January 8 2026

Bui brings with her over two decades of insurance industry experience across Asia and Europe.

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Geoffrey Grace takes on expanded role as Asia Pacific leader at Mercer Marsh Benefits

January 8 2026

Grace adds Pacific to his Asia placement responsibilities.

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