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                                - April 18 2023
 Fusion backer receives investment from Direct CapitalPop Holdings will use the investment to expand its international footprint, attract talent, and introduce products througn M&A. 
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                                - April 18 2023
 Allianz Trade expands Asia excess of loss businessThe global trade credit insurer will add new headcount in Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, Japan and Malaysia. 
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                                - April 18 2023
 WTW elevates My Thien Nguyen as Vietnam country leaderNguyen, who was the broker’s CFO for the country, replaces Philippe Robineau. 
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                                - April 18 2023
 RMS Moody’s appoints client director in SingaporeCorene Lim, who joins the modeller in Singapore, was earlier a market development analyst at AM Best. 
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                                - April 18 2023
 ACCC extends Suncorp bank sale review periodAcquirer ANZ has agreed to an extension of the regulatory assessment period from June 12 to July 28. 
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                                - April 18 2023
 Analytics: Singapore and Hong Kong see underwriting profit, GWP bounce backWhile faster premium growth saw the Lion City extend its lead over the regional rival, the SAR insurers' underwriting profits more than doubled in 2022. 
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                                - April 18 2023
 Malaysian general insurers’ underwriting profit contracts 23% in 2022Gross direct premiums grew 10% year-on-year to US$2bn in the last calendar year, according to data from General Insurance Association of Malaysia. 
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                                - April 17 2023
 Chinese non-life carriers have solid capital, reinsurance to face cat risks: FitchA steady investment yield contributes favourably to most insurers’ overall operating stability and underwriting performance. 
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                                - April 17 2023
 HKFI seeks easier re-domiciliation and improved positioning to attract global majorsPolicy recommendations have been submitted by the Hong Kong Federation of Insurers to the Financial Services and Treasury Bureau and the Insurance Authority. 
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                                - April 17 2023
 Canopius continues Australia build out with marine underwriter hireThe (re)insurer has appointed David Hoffman in its Sydney office to oversee its local marine offering. 
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                                - April 17 2023
 APAC aviation renewals on course for 50% hikesMiddle and higher XOL treaty layers see steep climbs while terms and conditions are under scrutiny, especially for war risks. 
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                                - April 17 2023
 Shipowners’ Club insures Singapore ship likely taken over by piratesThe ship, Success 9, has since been located off the Ivory Coast with all crew safe. 
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                                - April 16 2023
 Zhongyuan Agricultural Insurance scripts COR turnaroundThe Chinese carrier, which was rated A- (strong) with a stable outlook by Fitch, posted a 90% combined ratio last year compared with 104% in 2021. 
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                                - April 14 2023
 ICNZ chief questions proposal to hike fire service levyFire and Emergency New Zealand has proposed a 12.8% increase in the levy on insurance policies to cover a funding shortfall. 
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                                - April 14 2023
 Tugu Insurance (Hong Kong) continues diversification push: AM BestAfter years of 'unstable' underwriting results, the Indonesian-owned insurer has moved away from construction employees’ compensation to focus on lines such as a goods in transit. 
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                                - April 14 2023
 Taiwan P&C carriers seek lifeline from owners after regulatory rebukeTokio Marine has taken majority control of its JV, while Fubon, Hotai, and CTBC parents are set to absorb losses. 
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                                - April 13 2023
 AIG appoints Chris Colahan as APAC presidentColahan will join AIG from Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance where he was president of UK & Europe. 
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                                - April 13 2023
 New Zealand nat cat claims set new record for 2022: ICNZAt US$218m, it is the third consecutive year a new record has been set, with 2023 already surpassing the total from January and February events alone. 
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                                - April 13 2023
 McLarens New Zealand brings financial lines specialist to its foldCasualty and Professional Services' team led by Jeff Stagg will join the loss adjuster on April 17. 
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                                - April 13 2023
 ARPC declares cyclone event as Ilsa upgraded to category 5The strongest tropical cyclone in the region in a decade is likely to hit Port Hedland, which is one of the largest iron ore ports in the world. 
