Insurers must follow the science
The need for more ESG disclosures
Sustainable sound and vision
Driving sustainability post-pandemic
Egypt takes on a wider role as sustainability and insurance intersect
Insurance will be central to sustainability
Playing the long game in sustainability
Opportunity to focus on health and green sectors to diversify asset base
Advancing the sustainability agenda
Industrial development with adequate consideration of ESG risks critical
Committing to a sustainable transition
Health insurance will become sustainable stream of the Omani industry
Sustainability and soccer shoot for the same goal
The rise of ESG and its far-reaching consequences
Sustainability at the heart of the vision
Post-pandemic sustainable development and ESG trends
Sustainability and ESG - a new lens for evaluation
Green economy for sustainable development
Continually minimising its environmental footprint
Insurance as a force of positive change
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SAUDI ARABIA
Facilitation of trade and investment is an effective strategy to achieve sustainable development goals on a national and regional level, says Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit's Mr Oussama Kaissi.
EGYPT
The insurance sector plays an important part in meeting Egypt’s sustainability goals. Insurance Federation of Egypt’s Mr Alaa El-Zoheiry outlines several initiatives to meet the national goals.
There is no shortage of support for sustainability initiatives from insurers, reinsurers and brokers around the world – but the MENA region is perhaps not seen to be at the forefront of these initiatives.
Arab regulators and stock exchanges have a strategic role to play in the shift towards more comprehensive ESG disclosures as the region strives for a sustainable post-oil future.
The singular aim of Bahrain Economic Vision 2030 is to create a more prosperous and secure future for the kingdom’s citizens and residents. Sustainability lies at the very core of that vision and insurance will play a significant part.
COVID-19 has highlighted the growing challenge facing insurance companies across the region to deliver optimised speed, agility and efficiency. In particular, it has reinforced the critical need to accelerate the use of digital solutions through...
Egypt’s Vision 2030 is an ambitious strategic plan to achieve sustainable development in all areas. The insurance sector recognises the importance of the plan and is supporting implementation nationally and regionally.
The country has been a pro-environment supporter for decades and has now included sustainability in its major development goals, including its new mega infrastructure projects.
Health comes to the fore as Kuwait balances dwindling oil revenues, a need to reduce public spending and a need for greater sustainability. The nation depends on oil revenues to fund the economy. Amid a global push for ESG, Middle East countries are...
The country has responded to the environmental, social and economic consequences of climate change by reframing its policies around sustainability and collaborating with relevant stakeholders to drive a more equitable and sustainable society.
ESG provides opportunities to expand insurance products within a changing risk landscape, especially during the post-pandemic recovery. Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty’s Ms Alina Morozova and Mr Matthew Burns explain how Morocco can...
With its 2040 Vision, Oman has demonstrated its commitment to transition from an oil-based economy towards a more diversified and sustainable economy. The insurance industry will have a strategic role to play in this transformation.
In the Vision 2040 strategy for long-term development, health is a main priority as Oman’s government and stakeholders work towards building an effective healthcare system that will contribute to economic growth.
The country is serious about both sustainability and hosting the 2022 World Cup. In a rare convergence, fulfilling both ambitions will result in Qatar being more carbon neutral.
Insurers in the Middle East must face the challenges and seize the opportunities of environmental, social and governance issues, says Chedid & Associates Qatar’s Mr Alaa Ladkani.
Sustainable development is embedded in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 plan which aims to create a diversified economy with the support and partnership of the private sector. The role of the insurance sector is strategic for the kingdom’s...
Stakeholders now require companies to have greater awareness and application of ESG performance. Saudi Re’s Mr Fahad Al-Hesni makes a business case for ESG in the Middle East insurance market.
The UAE is not short of future-focused development plans – with UAE National Vision 2021, Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030, UAE Green Agenda 2030 and Dubai Vision 2040 to name but four – but there can be no chance of missing the central...
Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company has a clear and comprehensive ESG strategy in place covering its products and services, the opportunities its employees have, reducing its impact on the environment and its investments in the community....
Sustainable insurance as a business imperative has gained momentum within the UAE with regulator-led initiatives, says Al Wathba National Insurance’s Ms Vibhu Joshi.