Strategy

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Sompo sees India as strategic growth market amid insurance reforms — Report

July 14 2026

The Japanese insurer said FDI limit and regulatory reforms have strengthened the case for deeper engagement.

IAG offers ACCC remedies to advance RAC Insurance acquisition

July 13 2026

The insurer's proposed undertakings include annual product benchmarking, pricing safeguards and protections for smash repair providers in Western Australia.

Aviva to take full ownership of India life insurance venture

July 10 2026

Aviva's move to acquire its partner's remaining stake reflects a broader trend of international insurers increasing ownership of Indian operations.

Echo Re taps Ankur Sharma as principal officer of India GIFT City branch

July 10 2026

The hire marks the latest step in the reinsurer's push into the Indian subcontinent, following its GIFT City licence approval in March.

Marsh takes full ownership of Thailand JV, rebrands as Marsh Risk Thailand

July 9 2026

The move concludes a 48-year partnership with local shareholders led by company founder Piya Jittalan.

Carsten Staat to lead Allianz Partners' APAC, MEA operations

July 9 2026

He most recently served as managing director of the firm's German operations.

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Steadfast extends exclusivity period as Amwins, Dragoneer reaffirm US$5.33bn bid

July 9 2026

The deal would give Amwins a significant foothold in the Asia-Pacific market through Steadfast's underwriting agency operations.

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Taiwan FSC clears E.Sun Financial’s US$1.39bn acquisition of Mercuries Life Insurance

July 9 2026

The transaction, announced in November 2025, will see Mercuries Life become a wholly owned subsidiary of E.Sun Financial.

Prudential Financial Advisers Singapore names Yuting Lim as CEO

July 8 2026

The Prudential veteran joined PFA as head of distribution in 2024.

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Hong Kong captive insurer count rises to nine with two new approvals

July 8 2026

New captives from the hospitality and logistics sectors broaden participation by both Hong Kong and Mainland Chinese corporates.

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