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Howden Re highlights ongoing APAC nat cat protection gaps following 2025 Myanmar quake, Typhoon Ragasa losses

The reinsurer noted that limited insurance take-up and risk modelling leave Asian cities exposed, even when insured losses are “moderate”.

By

Reih Angeles

January 14, 2026

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3 min read

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