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Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Middle East conflict, AI pull Asia’s insurance markets in different directions — Swiss Re

Swiss Re expects Asia to outpace global insurance growth in 2026, though the regional outlook is splitting sharply between AI beneficiaries, energy-exposed markets and reform-led growth stories.
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Banner for 22nd SIRC: 'Capacity to Capability'—Building resilience through innovation; futuristic city skyline with a glowing highway; Nov 1–5, 2026 at Sands Expo & Convention Centre.