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DB Insurance sets May closing for US$1.65bn Fortegra acquisition

May 25 2026

The South Korean insurer moves closer to completing Fortegra acquisition, advancing its international expansion strategy in the US market.

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India GI premiums reach new heights as health, cargo and personal accident offset April fire slump

May 25 2026

Several major lines helped contribute to record monthly premiums, cushioning a sharp pullback in fire, where coverage remains thin.

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Korea launches marine war-risk pool for ships in the Strait of Hormuz

May 25 2026

The KRW300bn (US$197.5m) facility aims to ease costs and secure cover for smaller Korean shipping firms exposed to heightened Middle East risks.

LIC reports strong VNB growth in FY2026 on higher-margin non-participating product mix

May 25 2026

LIC’s FY2026 performance was driven by strong growth in annual premium equivalent (APE) and a sharp improvement in value of new business (VNB), supported by a rising contribution from higher-margin non-par...

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Gallagher Re taps Carlos Grijalva as head of cyber for APAC

May 22 2026

He joins the reinsurance broker after three years with Willis.

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Howden appoints Anthony Hong as head of surety for Asia

May 22 2026

He joins after more than six years at Aon, where he most recently served as global surety and Korean ECAs lead.

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Australian regulators press insurers on disability cover pressures at CEO roundtable

May 22 2026

As rising claims and mental health risks put pressure on disability insurance, APRA and ASIC are pushing insurers to improve product designs and sustainability.