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Generali launches global academy to support workforce transformation

June 17 2026

The insurer is targeting strategic and technical capability development as part of ‘Lifetime Partner 27’ plan

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Defne Turkes to step up as President of Liberty International Insurance from July

June 16 2026

She will lead strategic growth across commercial insurance internationally as well as retail markets in Asia.

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ICICI Lombard clarifies E20 fuel use not grounds for claim rejection

June 16 2026

India is increasing the use of ethanol-blended petrol as part of efforts to lower crude oil dependence and promote clean energy.

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Descartes gains Lloyd's coverholder status via OAK Global partnership

June 16 2026

The tie-up allows Descartes to scale parametric insurance offerings at Lloyd’s, targeting climate and emerging technology risks.

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India’s central bank eases non-banking financial companies insurance distribution rules

June 16 2026

RBI’s revised framework simplifies entry for NBFCs in insurance distribution while maintaining IRDAI-led approvals and customer protection requirements.

UIB Asia appoints Nguyen Huy Trung, Penghua Lim to senior roles

June 16 2026

Trung joins from Cambodia-Vietnam Insurance PLC; Lim moves from J B Boda & Co.

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Zurich, YAS partner on embedded insurance for commercial robots

June 16 2026

The scenario-based cover targets repair costs and third-party liability for firms deploying robots across manufacturing, logistics, retail and other sectors.

India to divest up to 5% stake in GIC Re

June 16 2026

The planned stake sale in GIC Re forms part of the government’s broader divestment strategy, as the reinsurer reports reduced underwriting losses.

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APRA consults on updated governance rules to strengthen board oversight

June 16 2026

Chair John Lonsdale said the regulator has sought to lift standards without adding to the burden on insurers, super funds, and banks.

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Hong Kong insurers deepen AI push as regulator adds three to cohort programme

June 16 2026

The AI Cohort Symposium 2026 saw first-batch participants report gains across underwriting, claims and customer service, while newcomers Manulife, BOC Life and China Life unveiled new plans.

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