The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE), which is the central bank, has issued a new regulation governing the appointment and conduct of external auditors for insurance companies and the responsibilities of the insurers' directors related to external audits. The directive took effect from 26 March 2026.
Malaysia's insurance regulator, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) plans to include a no look-back clause for base medical and health insurance/takaful (MHIT) plans to be introduced in the country in early 2027.
The government is positioning Ghana to become an insurance hub in the subregion to strengthen financial stability, according to Minister for Finance Dr Cassiel Ato Forson. He also said that a 10-year master plan would be unveiled to enhance a sustainable insurance sector.
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has announced that it will classify investment-linked policies (ILPs) as complex products, in a move seen as strengthening consumer safeguards and ensuring that buyers have an adequate understanding of the risks and features of such offerings.
Hong Kong's Insurance Authority (IA) has published its latest Conduct In Focus report, outlining complaint statistics for 2025 and reinforcing main regulatory priorities.
The Insurance Authority (IA) has approved a regulation setting out licensing requirements for underwriting activities by insurance companies and Managing General Agents (MGAs), as part of its efforts to develop the regulatory framework of the insurance sector and enhance professional standards. The IA stated that the move also aims to support market stability, strengthen governance and promote growth and transparency.
The State Council, which is China's Cabinet, has issued a set of guidelines to implement fully a nationwide long-term care insurance system, with the aim of addressing the basic care needs of people who have difficulty in taking care of themselves.
Leading finance and insurance government agencies in the Philippines have teamed up to strengthen cybersecurity in the insurance industry.
Proposed reforms to how the Hong Kong Insurance Authority (HKIA) evaluates required capital for non-life insurers are seen as strengthening the city's standing as a global hub for reinsurance and risk management, according to a new report by global credit rating agency AM Best.
Oman's Financial Services Authority (FSA) has verified that the Unified Motor Vehicle Insurance Policy for Comprehensive and Third Party Coverage provides protection for damages resulting from natural disasters, including hail, wadis, storms and cyclones.