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AIA pens 15 year 11 country deal in Asia-Pacific with Citibank
AIA and Citibank have reached a huge 11 country 15 year bancassurance distribution agreement for life and health insurance products at Citibank's 600 strong Asia-Pacific branch network.
The rise of price comparison sites in South East Asia
Price comparison websites are gaining in popularity in South East Asia as consumers catch on to the benefits of shopping around for insurance writes Nicky Burridge.
Hong Kong premiums grew 14% in first nine months of 2013
Statistics from Hong Kong's Office of the Commissioner of Insurance indicate the SAR's total gross premiums to the end of Q3 amounted to HK$216.8bn ($28bn), representing an increase of 14% over the same period in 2012.
HKFI raises doubts on Hong Kong government health scheme
The Hong Kong Federation of Insurers has hailed the progress made by private medical insurance in Hong Kong and says it has doubts over the effectiveness of the proposed Health Protection Scheme.
Hong Kong confirms first H7N9 bird flu victim
After Indonesian diagnosed, Hong Kong has isolated 17 people and placed 200 under observation after confirming its first bird flu case.
Hong Kong issues red travel alert over Bangkok
The Hong Kong government has issued a 'red' outbound travel alert on Bangkok, the second highest in a three-tier warning system.
Howden hails Hyperion's combined marine arm
Hyperion chief executive David Howden is hopeful of building the world's leading marine broker by bringing together FP Group and Howden’s marine division to create a single marine broking arm.
Wong returns to AIG as senior advisor
AIG has appointed Stephen Wong as a senior advisor to provide strategic advice to AIG on business and industry developments in Hong Kong and Taiwan.
Claims Awards Asia: the winners
Last night the winners of the Claims Awards Asia were announced at the inaugural awards ceremony in Hong Kong.
Zurich to phase out life agents in Hong Kong
Zurich is to end its relationship with 700 tied life agents by the end of 2013 as it shifts towards brokers and IFAs.
Hong Kong's healthy innovation
Hong Kong’s health insurers are showing signs of innovation as the marketplace becomes increasingly crowded writes Nicky Burridge.
AGCS appoints Asia engineering manager
Chris van Gend has been appointed Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty's regional engineering manager for Asia.
View from the Top: Roll out the red carpet
The final quarter of the year is a time for reflection when we pause to look back on what the year brought our way, what we achieved and where we can improve. This is also the season of awards ceremonies to celebrate the achievements of the best across…
Lockton appoints risk management expert in Hong Kong
Lockton has appointed Eric Tsui from HK Electric to lead its power, energy and construction group in Hong Kong.
Health tops middle class priorities in China, Taiwan and Hong Kong, says AIA
The middle class in China, Taiwan and Hong Kong are placing health above wealth and career according to a survey from AIA.
Join a fantastic evening for claims professionals in Asia
There is still an opportunity to attend the Claims Awards Asia on 19 November in Hong Kong, a fabulous networking opportunity for claims professionals in Asia.
Zurich's head of corporate business hails opportunities of urbanisation
Thomas Hürlimann, CEO global corporate, Zurich sees a bright future for the insurer in the Asia-Pacific region as people flock to cities near shorelines and fault lines.
View from the Top: Foreign investment controls in Asia-Pacific
Two lawyers from DLA Piper give an insight into foreign direct investment limits in the Asia-Pacific region.
Asians have huge savings gap, says Manulife
A savings gap between the expected savings and actual retirement needs of Asia investors points to financial hardship in retirement for many, according to the latest Manulife Investor Sentiment Index.
Is Singapore becoming more attractive than Hong Kong?
In recent years the industry has seen a slew of insurers announce that Singapore would now be their regional headquarters while more could be in the pipeline writes Justin Harper.
Insurance Insight Q&A: Brandon Hui, CEO, Groveland Financial Services
Insurance Insight speaks to Brandon Hui, director and CEO of Hong Kong-based insurance broker Groveland Financial Services (pictured is the company's logo).
FWD appoints Arculli as chairman
FWD has appointed the Hon. Ronald Arculli as chairman of the board.
Zurich appoints Colmenares' successor
Zurich has appointed Duane Perkins to lead the general insurance claims team in the Asia-Pacific region after David Colmenares' departure to South America.
Swiss Re buys stake in FWD
Swiss Re is set to buy 12.3% of FWD from the Pacific Century Group which owns FWD and is owned by Hong Kong billionaire Richard Li.