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MetLife eyes stronger India presence via majority stake in PNB MetLife
June 12 2026
The insurer currently holds a 49.73% stake in PNB MetLife India and is actively eyeing a controlling stake in the JV.
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APRA confirms capital reporting template for longevity products
June 12 2026
The regulator received no industry submissions on the draft template, which supports the rollout of the advanced illiquidity premium from 1 July 2026.
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Nippon Life builds US$4.6bn private credit book, led by Resolution Life allocation
June 12 2026
Nippon Life is expanding private credit mainly through Resolution Life, while keeping its standalone exposure conservative.
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Tighter regulations push APAC insurers toward capital-light strategies — Fitch
June 11 2026
APAC life insurers are reshaping product and investment strategies as tighter solvency rules increase risk sensitivity.
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Sanlam secures regulatory nod to increase stake in Shriram Life by a further 2.8%
June 11 2026
Sanlam’s latest investment in Shriram Life, via a preferential issue, follows its March acquisition of a 14.72% stake.
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South Korea regulator urges insurers to curb FX risk amid rising volatility
June 10 2026
Korean insurers face heightened regulatory scrutiny on FX exposure and overseas assets, with the FSS signalling closer monitoring and stress testing as volatility persists.
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Pacific Life Re inks third asset-intensive reinsurance deal with Tokio Marine & Nichido Life
June 9 2026
Third transaction with Japanese life insurer underscores Pacific Life Re’s growing role in the country’s AIR market.
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Thailand OIC presses insurers on group capital rules, disaster playbook at CEO roundtable
June 9 2026
The regulator also set a 2026 target to cut disputes and complaints by at least 15%.
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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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LIC seeks more long-term investment instruments as annuity liabilities grow
June 8 2026
The insurer said it is engaging with IRDAI, RBI and SEBI as rising annuity inflows increase demand for long-duration assets.
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