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Pacific posts third straight quarter of double-digit commercial rate declines

April 23 2026

Region once again posted the steepest rate decline globally, softening 12% in Q1, according to Marsh data.

Asia insurance rates decline continues across major commercial lines in Q1 2026

April 23 2026

Increased insurer capacity and competitive pressures pushed Asia’s commercial insurance rates down another 5% last quarter, says Marsh.

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Allianz, Jio ink deal to form 50:50 India primary insurance joint venture for general, health lines

April 23 2026

The agreement follows the launch of the Allianz Jio Re, with the firms also looking to pursue a separate life insurance venture.

Stronger, steadier ILS market sets stage for Asia growth, but structural gaps remain

April 23 2026

Record issuance and steady returns are drawing broader investor interest, but stronger data, transparency, ratings and regulatory confidence remain critical for Asia to scale participation.

US insurance firm The Standard opens global capability centre in India

April 23 2026

The US-based insurer’s new global capability centre in India will underpin a shift from vendor-led technology delivery to in-house engineering.

JBA launches global climate change flood maps

April 22 2026

New mapping tools allow (re)insurers to explore physical climate risk, identify spatial patterns and hotspots, and compare impacts under different climate scenarios.