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Sunday, October 11, 2026

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Exterior of Oriental House, a multi-storey building bearing Oriental Insurance signage.
Chhattisgarh blacklists Oriental Insurance over helicopter claim; insurer cites AAIB delay
October 8 2026
The state acted after the insurer rejected the claim more than four years after the crash, while the insurer cited operational violations.
Older adults with walkers gather at a scenic overlook above a city and waterfront.
Australian Greens, Coalition oppose proposal to cut private health insurance rebates for over-65s
October 8 2026
The change is expected to have a significant financial impact on lower-income older Australians, including pensioners and part-pensioners, while placing additional pressure on the public hospital syst...
Manulife Announces Asia Technology Leadership Appointment
Manulife promotes Andy Bruce to Asia chief information officer
October 8 2026
He has been with the insurer since 2024, serving as CIO for Hong Kong and Macau.
Hospital corridor lined with doors, medical equipment carts and overhead lighting.
Singapore to review critical illness definitions in 2027
October 8 2026
Any changes to critical illness definitions could reshape coverage triggers, claims experience and premiums for future policyholders.
Miniature businesspeople stand and meet among coins beneath wooden blocks spelling “AML.
Hong Kong brokers face growing pressure over AML due diligence
October 8 2026
IA’s actions point to greater scrutiny when onboarding customers.
Eric Wojcik, banking and surety specialist at Aviso Specialty, pictured against the Sydney Harbour skyline.
Aviso Specialty forms Capital Solutions Group, names Eric Wojcik head of capital and guarantee solutions
October 8 2026
The Sydney-based banking and surety specialist joins in March 2027 as the broker sets up a Capital Solutions Group to serve clients across sectors.
Hospital ward with multiple beds, monitors, infusion pumps and privacy curtains.
APAC medical cost growth to slow to 9.7% in 2027, Aon forecasts
October 8 2026
Slower growth in China and India drives the easing, while Singapore and Indonesia head the other way at 14.7% and 17.3%, adding to pressure on health insurance affordability.
Busy Indian market street with pedestrians, vendors, umbrellas, shops and auto-rickshaws.
Generali Central, UNDP launch MSME insurance challenge in India
October 8 2026
Part of Generali's broader expansion of MSME-focused programmes across Asia-Pacific, the challenge aims to address protection gaps facing MSMEs in India.
Seoul skyline with modern office towers and a “Seoul My Soul” sculpture in the foreground.
OK Financial signs Yebyeol deal as KDIC moves to close MG Non-Life saga
October 7 2026
The deal, which still needs regulatory approval, would give the savings bank and consumer finance group its first insurance business.
Night market stalls and diners line a street beneath ornate, brightly lit street lamps.
Meritz Fire & Marine prepares to sell Indonesian non-life insurance unit — report 
October 7 2026
Capital reallocation is understood to be behind the planned exit from Meritz Korindo, the group's only overseas subsidiary.
Insurance Brokers Association of India press meet with panelists seated at a table.
IRDAI overhaul could cut broker revenues 60–70%, put 1m jobs at risk: IBAI
October 7 2026
The brokers' body has urged the regulator to retain the existing EoM framework and conduct an impact assessment of the proposed reforms.
Portrait of an unnamed APAC chief wearing glasses, set against a city skyline and illuminated bridge.
Generali puts China and India at the centre of its next APAC growth push
October 7 2026
APAC chief Rob Leonardi looks to turn a 27.8% jump in premiums into a bigger earnings base.
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Banner for 22nd SIRC: 'Capacity to Capability'—Building resilience through innovation; futuristic city skyline with a glowing highway; Nov 1–5, 2026 at Sands Expo & Convention Centre.