CONTENTS

COVER STORY


Adjusting to new norms and a new reality: SIRC chair

Executives must shake off digital fatigue and focus on what is important: making sophisticated pricing models an operational reality, says Haushofer in keynote speech.

COVER STORY


Singapore’s deputy PM unveils new industry partnership

Global Asia Insurance Partnership to develop new risk management products announced by Heng Swee Keat at SIRC Re-Mind.

INTERVIEW: JOE MONAGHAN, AON


Asian reinsurers eye diversification benefit of US mortgage business

Reinsurers will be largely reassured by how the US mortgage credit risk markets have weathered the challenges of COVID-19.

NEWS


Industry’s role is to make the world more resilient

It must also attempt to encourage governments to invest in risk mitigation strategies, says Swiss Re’s Mumenthaler.

NEWS


Rates in Asia playing catch-up, but hardening is kicking in

The industry is still getting to grips with COVID-19—one of its biggest challenges.

NEWS


COVID-19 will accelerate digital transformation in Asia

Insurers are cautious on spend but open to adopting new technology.

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India’s regulator praised for proactive approach to tackling COVID-19 challenges

A former GIC Re senior exec praises its actions around solvency and a potential pandemic risk pool.

NEWS


Pandemic will force fundamental changes to products and policy wordings in Asia

The industry will need to assess how reinsurance responds to exposure from the pandemic: Crawford.

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COVID-19 speeds use of technology in adjusting world: McLarens

The loss adjuster’s new regional director sees opportunities for growth across Asia.