Taiwan – (Re)in Asia

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News and analysis of insurance in Taiwan, covering market trends, regulation, underwriting, claims, and key industry developments.

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More capacity needed in Asia’s political risk insurance market

Participating policies gain favour among Chinese P&C insurers as low-yield pressures mount

Insurers across China, Taiwan and South Korea are bolstering capital buffers and refining investment strategies as low rates and volatility strain traditional earnings models.

Vietnam breaks from Asia’s soft market trend as commercial rates rebound to 15% in Q4

Korea led the region’s softening with a 17% composite rate drop, while Taiwan and Hong Kong SAR also posted double-digit declines, according to Marsh data.

Japan and India buck regional slide as Asia-Pacific insurance dealmaking declines further in 2025

With only two $1bn-plus transactions all year, buyers shifted toward smaller, distribution-led plays and selective cross-border bets.

Hualien earthquake shines light on semiconductor coverage gap

Higher-than-expected claims underline the need for tailored coverage and expanded facultative capacity to help safeguard the critical semiconductor supply chain.

Taiwan's insurers grapple with FX risk, as hedging costs remain high and RBC looms

Analysts are urging firms to improve their ALM, but the best approach remains unclear.

Capital standards, climate rules drive APAC insurance reform

Insurers across the region are adjusting to changes in capital, risk and operational rules.

Taiwan's life insurers suffer large losses in April amid TWD surge

Taiwan’s leading life insurers suffered their biggest loss in 18 months in April, ahead of a further Taiwan dollar rise in May, which has heightened focus on their currency risk management.

2025 outlook: Trump, India, and easing the insurance talent shortage

The new US President is the biggest unknown this year for Asia Pac insurers but opportunities also exist in India and embedded insurance.

Some insurers look to risk fundamentals to capture Taiwan opportunity

Insurers likely to continue to adjust their risk positions in Taiwan this year following latest election results, but some sense a strategic opportunity.

More capacity needed in Asia’s political risk insurance market

Increased political tensions and economic instability are fueling demand for PRI.