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China is world's worst for flood risk
China has been ranked as the world's top flood risk zone in a report by Swiss Re, ahead of fellow emerging economies Brazil, Rusia and India, The Taipei Times reported.
Chinese insurers can invest in unsecured bonds
China has issued rules permitting insurers to invest in higher risk debt as authorities seeks to expand the country's bond market.
Online video: Commercial property - managing natural disaster risk
Globally, 2011 was a record year for natural catastrophe losses, highlighting flood risk as an issue of major concern for corporates, their brokers and insurers.
Japan and South Korea petition EU for Iran sanctions exemption
South Korea and Japan are asking the European Union to allow access to European insurance for Iranian oil shipments even after a 1 July embargo comes into effect, according to Al Arabiya news.
Countdown to ISA: Q&A with RSA's Chris Colahan
As part of a series counting down to Insurance Strategy Asia, Insurance Insight spoke to Chris Colahan about his views on the Asian insurance market.
Taiwan regulator lambasts fickleness of foreign insurers
Taiwan's Financial Supervisory Commission has criticised foreign insurers for exiting the market at the first sign of trouble, and urged them to honour their commitments in Taiwan.
IRDA will pave way for Lloyd's to enter India
India's government is planning to push through the insurance reforms bill that is set to retain the foreign direct investment cap in the sector at 26%, but will allow "modifications" to enable Lloyd's of London to enter the Indian market.
Cyber risk rising in Asia
Cyber crime is on the rise in Asia, with small businesses particularly at risk, according to a recent Marsh report.
Insurance Insight - Fueling growth
Recent deals struck in Asia by the likes of Axa, QBE and Catlin, looking to expand their footprints in the region, have highlighted the insurance industry's growing activity in the continent, and so, we take a closer look at the markets here and ask what…
China publishes draft proposals on agricultural insurance
China has issued draft proposals for regulating agricultural insurance to solicit public opinion on the measures designed to promote the sound development of the farming sector, according to a circular published by the Legislative Affairs Office of the…
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Atradius warns of pitfalls of exporting to China
Credit insurer highlights potential dangers of doing business with China.
China Life sells accident policies via convenience stores
The Shanghai branch of China Life Insurance will sell accident insurance through Shanghai Nonggongshang convenience stores Kedi and Alldays.
Countdown to ISA: Q&A with KPMG's Martin Noble
As part of a series counting down to Insurance Strategy Asia, Insurance Insight spoke to Martin Noble about his views on the Asian insurance market.
Iran sanctions may force India and Greece to find alternative oil suppliers
The repercussions from US and EU sanctions on Iranian crude oil are being felt far beyond the Islamic Republic, according to a report by Exclusive Analysis.
Raising Chinese motor standards
As the newly affluent middles classes in China look to insurers to cover their cars, the market has been caught unawares in terms of service levels. Nicky Burridge investigates what the market must do to improve the situation.
Adverse April conditions wreak havoc across the globe
Severe weather conditions across central and southern sections of the US last month have caused upwards of $1bn (£620m) in insured losses, according to Aon Benfield's Global Catastrophe Recap report.
Redomiciling: London calling as tax changes make the UK more attractive
Will a reduction in corporation tax and changes to the Controlled Foreign Companies regime make the UK a more attractive place to domicile?
China opens motor liability market to foreign insurers with immediate effect
Foreign insurance companies are now able to undertake the business of China's compulsory traffic accident liability insurance, according to an amended regulation.
China considering sovereign guarantees to keep oil flowing
China will review the possibility of sovereign guarantees to enable the nation's ships to import Iranian crude oil after EU sanctions come into effect in July, the head of the China Shipowners' Association has said.
China to broaden insurers investment scope
The Chinese regulator has said the country will broaden the investment scope of insurers and simplify approval procedures to boost the industry’s support to the nation’s economic growth.
Countdown to ISA: Q&A with Axa Asia's Prasanna Patil
As part of a series counting down to Insurance Strategy Asia, Insurance Insight spoke to Prasanna Patil about his views on the Asian insurance market.
Willis appoints new MD for Asia Global Solutions
Global broker Willis Group has appointed a new managing director and divisional director for its Asia Global Solutions (International) team.
Chinese VP calls for growth in health and liability insurance
Chinese Vice Premier Wang Qishan has called for reform and innovation in the Chinese insurance industry to help development.