Regulation
US Solvency II equivalence suffers setback
The US National Association of Insurance Commissioners has been vocal in its opinion of the EU's aim to make the country a Solvency II equivalent.
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.
Internal model key to insurers' infrastructure investments, says Fitch
The future ability of insurance firms to invest in infrastructure projects is likely to depend on whether they use internal models to determine their Solvency II capital requirements, and can persuade regulators that infrastructure investment merits…
Filipinos dependent on public insurance schemes
Over 90% of Filipinos are reliant on government retirement insurance, according to the Banko Sentral ng Pilipinas's inaugural Consumer Finance Survey.
Indian government considering mis-selling role for ombudsman
The Indian government is considering expanding the remit of the insurance ombudsmen scheme to cover mis-selling of insurance products.
Indian chairman of Bar Council demands insurance scheme
The newly elected chairman of the Bar Council of India, Manan Kumar Mishra, has demanded an insurance scheme for lawyers.
Lord Justice Jackson set to have operation
The judiciary has released a statement that Jackson, who has been appointed to lead a review into the costs of civil litigation, will be undergoing an operation for cancer.
Tonks calls on government for a fair deal for injured people
The Association of Personal Injury Lawyers said insurers and the government will be challenged to face up to their responsibilities for injured people at its annual conference this week.
GWP of global non-life insurance to reach $2,500bn by 2017
The global non-life insurance industry saw moderate growth during 2006-2011 and the growth momentum is expected to continue, reaching an estimated $2,500bn in 2017 with a CAGR of 4.2% over the next five years, according to Lucintel.
Insurance Insight – top 10 stories
The top 10 most popular articles published on insuranceinsight.eu over the past seven days.
Islamic Financial Services Board admits five new members
The Islamic Financial Services Board has admitted five new organisations into its membership.
Insurance Insight – top 10 stories
The top 10 most popular articles published on insuranceinsight.eu over the past seven days.
Indian regulator asked to help fix 'suicidal competition'
Indian Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee has directed the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority to suitably address the 'suicidal competition' among insurers as undercutting each other by offering policies at low premiums for a bigger market…
Insurance Insight – top 10 stories
The top 10 most popular articles on insuranceinsight.eu over the past seven days.
MENA insurance market needs less fragmentation
The future of the Middle East and North Africa insurance market remains bright, but local insurance companies must transition from fragmented companies to become national champions, according to a survey.
Handling customer complaints
In an online exclusive, CMS Cameron McKenna partner Alison McHaffie outlines best practice for insurance firms dealing with complaints from customers.
Solvency II amendments poll
Are the Solvency II amendments enough?
MAS enhances Singapore's capital framework
The Monetary Authority of Singapore is to consult on enhancing the country's risk capital framework.
Lloyd's says Solvency II delay will avoid applications gaps
Lloyd's has rejected claims it is struggling to prepare its Solvency II internal model submission for the Financial Services Authority, claiming there will be "no gaps in the applications" by the July submission deadline.
UK Supreme Court rules on asbestos trigger
The UK Supreme Court has put an end to years of uncertainty regarding asbestos payouts, ruling that the trigger date for mesothelioma claims is the date of exposure.
European Parliament wants EU-wide sanctions for cyber crime
Cyber attacks on IT systems will face criminal-law sanctions, according to a report by the Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs Committee of the European Parliament released today.
Insurers and brokers sign up to CII internship good practice guide
The Chartered Insurance Institute has launched its first good practice guide for internships in the general insurance and financial services professions.
Lloyd's Solvency II July date will prevent FSA "application gaps"
Lloyd's has hit back at claims it is "struggling" to prepare its Solvency II internal model submission for the Financial Services Authority, stating the new July date ensures "no gaps in the applications".
Omnibus II faces three month delay
The plenary vote on the enabling legislation for Solvency II has been delayed by three months.