APAC

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Halliwell expands APAC technical services with ExcelPlas acquisition

June 18 2026

The move adds specialist polymer testing capabilities to Halliwell's forensic and technical services across the region.

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Tokio Marine targets M&A in Australia, Canada with Berkshire backing

June 17 2026

The Japanese insurer is targeting Australia and Southeast Asia for potential acquisitions as it seeks to diversify geographically.

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Defne Turkes to step up as President of Liberty International Insurance from July

June 16 2026

She will lead strategic growth across commercial insurance internationally as well as retail markets in Asia.

Tysers names William Furness-Smith as Singapore CEO

June 15 2026

He will take on the interim CEO role for the broker while awaiting sign-off from Singapore’s regulator.

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QBE's Middle East conflict exposure estimated at US$60m as Fitch affirms ratings

June 11 2026

US$60m exposure is modest relative to QBE's earnings and capital strength, with no impact on its stable outlook.

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Tighter regulations push APAC insurers toward capital-light strategies — Fitch

June 11 2026

APAC life insurers are reshaping product and investment strategies as tighter solvency rules increase risk sensitivity.

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Aon rolls out D&O risk analyser for Australian businesses

June 10 2026

The tool uses over 30 years of Australian claims, litigation and settlement data to help firms assess liability exposures.

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Fitch keeps China and Taiwan life insurance outlook at 'deteriorating' in mid-year update

June 9 2026

Low interest rates, currency swings and capital pressures continue to strain both markets, with global non-life insurers maintained at a 'neutral' outlook despite geopolitical risk.

Allianz Partners to acquire nib's travel insurance business in Australia, New Zealand

June 5 2026

The agreement includes a twenty-year white-label partnership and the transfer of the Travel Insurance Direct brand.

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James Yau rejoins Coface as head of commercial, SEA and head of mid-market for APAC

June 5 2026

He joins from AIG, where he worked for over six years.

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