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Hong Kong life insurers reshape products and capital as IFRS 17 and RBC take hold: Fitch

Industry is pivoting towards protection-focused products, capital efficiency and long-term sustainability under regulatory reforms.

By

Joanne Madrid

May 26, 2025

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4 min read

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