Bahrain-based reinsurer Hannover ReTakaful's (HRT) war-related exposures are either highly reinsured or subject to war exclusions, and should therefore be manageable, even though it is too early to assess the potential impact of the conflict on HRT's business, says S&P Global Ratings (S&P).
The insurance industry in Indonesia had a varied performance in February 2026. The life insurance sector recorded limited growth in premium income, while the general insurance and reinsurance industry showed a more significant increase.
Japan Post Insurance has signed two deals with Bermuda based reinsurers Aflac Re Bermuda and Talcott Re, through which it aims to manage legacy portfolios, reduce capital burdens, and combat domestic market stagnation.
India may announce a dedicated reinsurance fund for ships may be announced soon to provide financial support to shipping companies struggling with rising operational costs amidst rising geopolitical tensions involving the US, Israel, and Iran.
State-owned Turk Reasurans (Turk Re) has reported that its net profit reached TRY3.6bn ($80.8m) for 2025, a 16% jump compared to 2024, maintaining its growth momentum, according to a company statement.
International specialty (re)insurance marine MGA Rokstone has appointed Ms Jackie Lan as Underwriter to its Singapore team.
In New Zealand, HDI Global has promoted Mr Richard Upton to the role of Branch Manager and Head of Financial Lines.
The US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) and Chubb have announced six additional American insurance partners that will provide reinsurance for DFC's Maritime Reinsurance plan.
Chubb and a group of other insurers have announced that they would be providing an additional capacity of $20bn for the US International Development Finance Corporation's Maritime Reinsurance facility, bringing the facility's total insurance support to $40bn.
Price quotes submitted so far for 1 April reinsurance agreements indicate that no exceptions have been included, with a pragmatic approach being adopted in dealing with the vulnerabilities associated with the Middle East region, according to the Insurers Federation of Egypt (IFE).