Nepal Allocates Funds to Stabilise Health Insurance Programme
The Government of Nepal has recently announced an allocation of NPR 750 million (approximately USD 5.25 million) to support the …
Controversy Erupts Over Insurance Renewal Fee Hike
ন Dhaka: A recent directive concerning the renewal fees for insurance companies has sparked widespread controversy within Bangladesh’s insurance sector. …
Capital Rule Tweaks Could Boost Hong Kong Insurers’ Returns
Proposed adjustments to Hong Kong’s insurance capital framework may ease funding requirements for some insurers and gradually shift investment appetite …
Sun Life Posts Strong Gains as Asia Sales Surge
Sun Life Financial Inc. reported robust full-year results for 2025, driven by significant growth in its Asian operations. The company’s …
Regulatory Row as Insurers Face Retrospective Fee Hikes
A significant legal and financial confrontation is brewing in the Bangladeshi financial sector as insurance companies challenge a contentious directive …
SBC Pledges Support for Bangladesh Insurance Sector
On 21 February 2026, a delegation from the State-owned General Insurance Corporation (SBC) paid a courtesy visit to the Honourable …
Fraudsters Trick Elderly with False Insurance Payouts
A 69‑year‑old retired Subedar from the Hisar Military Cantonment in Haryana has been defrauded of ₹15.16 lakh in a sophisticated …
Young Filipinos Prefer Human Over AI Insurance Advisers
MANILA, Philippines — Despite the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital tools in financial services, young Filipinos continue …
India Extends Cover for Russian Ship Insurers
New Delhi: India has granted a one-month interim extension to four Russian insurance companies that provide coverage for vessels arriving …
Global Insurance Sector Developments
Between 16 and 20 February, the international insurance sector witnessed significant leadership appointments, regulatory oversight updates, product innovation, strategic partnership …