China empowers mainland insurers to issue sidecars in Hong Kong
October 30 2025 by Mithun Varkey
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Hong Kong insurers’ H1 GWP at US$7.5bn, underwriting profit at US$180m: HKIA
- October 27
The industry reported gross claims of US$3.3bn, while overall operating profit stood at US$840m, the regulator said.
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Australia’s proposed reinsurance overhaul to turbo-charge ILS sector
- October 23
Changes would see a wide-ranging liberalisation of the reinsurance market, including an adjustment to reinstatement requirements, and a more light-touch approach.
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New Zealand adaptation framework will develop national flood map, strengthen climate change legislation
- October 16
ICNZ has welcomed the framework as an important and necessary first step towards building the country's climate resilience and keeping insurance accessible.
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Australia’s cyclone pool delivers 37% premium cut in highest-risk areas: ARPC
- October 16
Premiums and quote success rates improve across cyclone-prone regions, with SME policies seeing further reductions.
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Beazley | What does cyber protection look like from day 1 to day 600 and beyond?
Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT concern, but a governance issue that belongs on the boardroom agenda.
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Sedgwick | Preparing for the next storm
Insurance industry needs to recalibrate, invest in innovation and strengthen systems, talent and data practices.
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Peak Re | From climate modelling to market opportunity: Forging a new clarity on Southeast Asia’s climate risk
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BHSI WICare+ | Accelerating Payments, Empowering Recovery
Launched in cooperation with Steadfast’s Singapore network, WICare+ fills the gaps found in traditional coverage and keeps businesses and their workforce secure by covering up to SG$350,000 in medical expenses per claim.
