Hormuz Crisis Drives War-Risk Insurance To Record Highs
The intensifying military volatility surrounding the Strait of Hormuz has fundamentally reshaped the economics of global shipping, with the maritime …
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London Expands Gulf High-Risk Marine Zones
LONDON, 3 March 2026 – London’s marine insurance market announced on Tuesday that it has expanded the areas of the …
Sun Life Reaches 100-Office Milestone
Sun Life Philippines has expanded its nationwide footprint with the opening of three additional New Business Offices (NBOs), bringing its …
UAE Insurance Market Poised for Double-Digit Growth
The insurance sector in the United Arab Emirates is currently on a rapid expansion trajectory, with industry insiders and analysts …
Agricultural Insurance: A Robust Safety Net for Farmers?
Every year, the relentless cycle of floods, droughts, erratic rainfall, and cyclones devastates the livelihoods of thousands of Bangladeshi farmers. …
Zainul Bari Resigns from Shadharon Bima Corporation
Mohammad Zainul Bari has resigned as Chairman of the Shadharon Bima Corporation (SBC), citing personal reasons. He submitted his resignation …
Strait of Hormuz Tensions Strain Global Insurance Markets
Ongoing geopolitical tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz have triggered heightened uncertainty across the global energy and insurance sectors. The …
IDRA Chairman Dr Aslam Alam Resigns Prematurely
The landscape of Bangladesh’s financial regulatory sector has been jolted by the sudden departure of Dr M. Aslam Alam, the …
Indonesia Faces Insurance Challenges Amid Rising Disaster Risks
Indonesia’s non-life insurance sector is confronting a delicate balancing act, as insurers navigate stricter capital requirements alongside a surge in …
Surge in Insurance Among Indians Fuels Overseas Weddings
The rising trend of Indians hosting weddings abroad has sparked a notable surge in travel insurance purchases, reflecting both the …