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Australia: Silvers are not happy with the cut in rebates on private health insurance

The decision by the federal government to cut the rebates on private health insurance premiums for around 4.4m older Australians from 1 April 2027 has spurred resentment among the affected population, according to a new opinion poll.

Hong Kong insurance premiums surge 32% to US$37.4bn in first quarter of 2026

Hong Kong’s insurance industry recorded strong growth in the first quarter of 2026, with total gross premiums reaching HK$291.6bn ($37.4bn), a 32.3% increase year on year, according to provisional statistics released by the Insurance Authority (IA) on 24 July.

South Korea: Life insurers face declining sales

South Korean life insurers are facing declining sales, as demand for new policies fell amidst a shrinking population and an aging society, reported the Seoul Economic Daily.

Thailand: Ageing population boosts life insurance demand

Thailand’s rapidly ageing population and rising healthcare costs are driving sustained growth in the country’s life insurance market, with increasing consumer awareness of health and financial planning supporting premium growth.

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Sep 2026

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