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- May 8 2017
Chinese insurers urged to contribute to real economy
The measures are aimed at creating a sound policy environment for the insurance industry to serve the real economy.
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- May 8 2017
Global premiums outgrowing economy
Premiums are expected to grow 4.5% on average, both in 2017 and 2018, compared to 3% economic growth.
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- May 5 2017
Premiums in China up by a third
However, the pace of growth was lower than the 42% recorded for the same period in 2016.
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- May 5 2017
Two new life insurers enter Cambodia
Bangkok Life Assurance launched operations this week, while AIA is set to debut today.
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- May 5 2017
Swiss Re reports net income of US$656m
The results were affected by expected insurance claims in the aftermath of Cyclone Debbie.
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- May 4 2017
Insurers protected from local governments in the Philippines
Licensed insurance companies should not be hindered from doing business by local governments, says official.
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- May 4 2017
Bupa appoints general manager for Asia Pacific
The international health insurance arm of Bupa has appointed Angus Slater to lead growth across the region.
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- May 3 2017
10 Japanese insurers’ outlook raised to stable
Japan’s improving economic outlook has lowered risks over the trajectory of public debt.
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- May 3 2017
Investments in insurtech start-ups drop sharply
Insurance technology start-ups saw a sharp fall in funding during the first three months of the year.
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- May 3 2017
Philippine life market growing at rapid pace
The sector is expected to register one of the fastest growth rates among emerging markets over the next nine years.