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Building resilience in the face of uncertainty

As Asia Pacific faces rising climate risks, geopolitical uncertainty and rapid technological change, insurers are being called to evolve beyond traditional risk coverage. In 2026, the industry must proactively build resilience, adapt to volatility and harness digital innovation to meet growing demand for protection, says Allianz Partners’ Mr Vinay Surana.

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Insurers must become proactive partners

In the multi-crisis world we live in today, AXA Group’s Mr Thomas Buberl says insurers must move beyond the traditional role of protection to proactive partners in prevention, resilience and inclusion. This includes building resilience among vulnerable communities through areas such as scientific study and rewarding customers who proactively reduce their own risks.

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Beyond the storm: How the climate crisis is reshaping Asia's insurance landscape

From typhoon-prone coastlines to rapid urbanisation, APAC insurers are under pressure to adapt, and data is fast becoming their strongest defence, said Fathom’s Dr Andrew Smith.

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Wealth transfer, AI and retirement reshape the industry

As the region’s high net worth population surges and generative AI moves from pilot to production, Asia’s insurance sector stands at a crossroads in 2026. HSBC Life’s Ms Winnie Ching examines how insurers must balance innovation with disciplined risk management across three defining trends.

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The industry is poised for its next growth wave

Momentum in both life and non-life insurance in India should pick up in 2026 from a softer financial year 2024-25 base, aided by the rollout of Bima Sugam, likely liberalisation of foreign ownership to 100%, and the proposed insurance laws amendments (composite licence, perpetual registration for intermediaries), said Insurance Brokers Association of India’s Mr Narendra Bharindwal.

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Australia's insurance marker coming under more pressure

With rapidly reducing rates across several lines, increasing claims activity and intense competition in the Australian market, it is more important than ever for insurers in the country to adapt to conditions, said IQUW’s Mr Tristram Prior.

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Nepal: Market outreach helps industry maintain growth momentum

The insurance industry in Nepal is maintaining a steady growth trajectory, with premium growth and increasing coverage supported by a proactive insurance regulator. We spoke to Nepal Insurance Authority’s Mr Rajendra Maharjan on the road ahead for the industry.

By Jimmy John

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Confidence, convergence, and inclusion: Southeast Asia's next insurance chapter

Trust in insurance is slowly rising across Southeast Asia, at the crossroads of product, distribution and technology. Combined with the transforming demographics of the region, the industry is about to take its next big step, says Oona Insurance Group’s Mr Abhishek Bhatia.

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Navigating opportunities and challenges in Hong Kong market in 2026

Hong Kong’s insurance landscape in 2026 presents a complex yet promising picture. Despite moderate economic growth and external headwinds from global trade tensions and slower mainland recovery, the insurance market demonstrates remarkable resilience, said RGA’s Mr Maurizio Busti.

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Climate risk and infrastructure boom reshape insurance sector

India’s insurance sector is undergoing a significant transformation. With steady economic growth and progressive regulatory reforms, the country is poised to become the sixth-largest insurance market globally by 2030. This evolution is not just about expanding insurance penetration; it is about closing the protection gap, said SCOR’s Mr Parag Gupta.

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Let's make insurance an assuring anchor in an uncertain world

The volatile risk landscape raises a lot of challenges for the (re)insurance industry, but is also the reason that drives the industry’s existence, said Swiss Re’s Mr Kaspar Mueller.

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Stable market with softer pricing expected in 2026

In 2026, the reinsurance market is expected to be stable, yet increasingly competitive, even as pricing deteriorates, according to UIB Asia Reinsurance Brokers’ Mr Francis Savari. At the same time, climate change will remain a primary risk, while regulatory pressures towards adequate capitalisation in many Asian markets will continue.

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From insight to impact: How AI will redefine insurance in 2026

AI is no longer just a tool for automation, it is a catalyst for smarter decisions, trusted relationships, and long-term resilience as insurers adapt to the digital realities of 2026. United Overseas Insurance’s Mr Andrew Lim shares his thoughts.

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Agility will trump data in 2026

As AI reshapes Asia’s insurance landscape, the competitive edge is shifting from data ownership to adaptability. WTW’s Mr Mehul Dave explores how AI-first companies are democratising what was once the industry’s most valuable asset.

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Dec 2025

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Outlook 2026

Asia life and health insurance sector in 2026: A year of constructive growth

Building resilience in the face of uncertainty

Insurers must become proactive partners

Beyond the storm: How the climate crisis is reshaping Asia's insurance landscape

Wealth transfer, AI and retirement reshape the industry

The industry is poised for its next growth wave

Australia's insurance marker coming under more pressure

Nepal: Market outreach helps industry maintain growth momentum

Confidence, convergence, and inclusion: Southeast Asia's next insurance chapter

Navigating opportunities and challenges in Hong Kong market in 2026

Climate risk and infrastructure boom reshape insurance sector

Let's make insurance an assuring anchor in an uncertain world

Stable market with softer pricing expected in 2026

From insight to impact: How AI will redefine insurance in 2026

Agility will trump data in 2026

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Dec 2025

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