CONTENTS

COVER STORY


COVID-19 uncertainty triggers a flight to quality by cedants in Asia

Hannover Re sees potential for growth in Asia as insurers seek large, stable, reinsurers to work with.

NEWS


Emerging global supply chains present new opportunities

Supply chains centred around China are a key area of opportunity: Swiss Re.

NEWS


Data and digitisation key for healthy supply chain risk management

COVID-19 has significantly accelerated digitisation in the sector.

COVER STORY


Asia remains underinsured but industry must stay mindful of climate change

Pandemic has overshadowed the issue of climate change, but the industry must be cautious: Munich Re’s Farny.

NEWS


Brokers must manage clients’ expectations around hardening

It should not simply be a question of accepting rate increases, says Miller.

NEWS


India’s agricultural insurance market is ripe for change

And it must use technology to help it succeed, according to New Dawn Risk whitepaper.

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Pandemic insurance contracts were less ambiguous in Asia

The region has had more experience with handling contagious diseases: Peak Re’s Hahn.

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China’s Belt and Road Initiative could kick-start ILS in Asia

Once one country issues a cat bond, a ‘domino effect’ will lead to many more: Savrassov.

NEWS


Increase in weather-related events highlight importance of reinsurance

S&P Global’s Asia-Pacific report says price hikes seem inevitable.