Main business imperative of reinsurance is investing in people
We caught up with Munich Re’s Dr Achim Kassow to talk about the importance of talent management in reinsurance, the risk environment and what to expect in the upcoming renewals.
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Ensuring SIRC remains future-ready
The Singapore International Reinsurance Conference has changed markedly over the years, becoming one of the primary ‘unmissable’ events in the industry’s calendar. We caught up with one of the main catalysts behind this change,...
Is global warming shifting the diversification paradigm?
As severe convective storms and other weather-related risks become increasingly synchronised across vast regions, are we overestimating the effectiveness of global diversification, the way we are looking at it, asks Deutsche Rück’s Mr...
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Takaful is a growing force in the UAE
Takaful in the UAE is showing resilience in various segments supported by favourable economic factors as well as regulatory initiatives. Although challenges persist, a clear M&A roadmap and cooperation among players could make it a winning...
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Sudan takaful provides hope despite war
Until the civil war erupted in 2023, takaful and insurance in Sudan had a consistent growth path. Seemingly undeterred by current unrest, The International Federation of Takaful and Insurance Companies’ Mr Salah El Din Musa Mohamed Sulieman...
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Takaful growth opportunities amidst challenges
A population composed mainly of expatriates, tough competition from conventional insurers, a limited product range and missing clarity on regulations put takaful on shaky ground in the UAE. Middle East Insurance Review spoke to Gallagher Re’s...
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UAE takaful market set to progress
The insurance market in the UAE has been making notable strides, both in terms of size of premiums and other factors that support transformation. Takaful, an integral market component, has been showing healthy vital signs. Islamic Arab...
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UAE life insurance shows great potential
Low life insurance penetration notwithstanding, the UAE life insurance market has immense potential. Pragmatic support by the regulator, increasing awareness of financial protection and technical innovations are all expected to catalyse growth....
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Saudi regulatory reforms and insurance innovation
The Saudi insurance sector has two principal levers working to deliver expansion – the kingdom’s Vision 2030 plan and a salutary regulatory environment. Tawuniya’s Mr Sultan Al Khomashi explained to the Middle East Insurance Review...
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Insuring the Saudi sports sector
Driven by Vision 2030’s ambitious goals to diversify the economy and enhance the quality of life, Saudi Arabia’s sports sector is experiencing unprecedented growth. The nation’s investments in sports infrastructure, international...
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The (re)insurance response to war in MENA
The fighting war that has erupted in the region is involving an increasing number of sovereign actors. The potential fallout of the conflict on the price of oil is affecting business sentiment and the macroeconomic picture of the entire MENA region....
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New insurance products for new risks
As consumers in the UAE brace for extreme weather events, especially floods, the insurance market is adapting to protect motorists from the financial burdens that follow. Al Fujairah National Insurance’s Mr Antoine Maalouli spoke with Middle...
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Shielding ports from business interruption risk
The movement of cargo through shipping lanes and ports is not just logistics, it is a powerful symbol of a well-tuned, resilient global economy. Marsh Specialty’s Ms Louise Nevill and Tokio Marine Kiln’s Mr Ed Parker spoke to Middle East...
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AI driving trust and efficiency in MENA insurance
If technologists are to be believed, AI was designed to relieve professionals of mind-numbing tasks, preserving human capital while perfecting product development and delivery. Perceptiviti’s Mr Sandeep Khurana answered Middle East Insurance...
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AIRDC in Thailand amid global uncertainty
Thailand staged its first ever Association of Insurers and Reinsurers of Developing Countries International Conference in October. Gathered to take stock of both challenges and opportunities on the occasion were representatives of the global...
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Global platform to boost microinsurance in Africa
The Microinsurance Network (MiN) and African Insurance Organisation have joined forces to advance microinsurance in Africa. Middle East Insurance Review spoke to MiN’s Mr Matthew Genazzini and Ms Karimi Nthiga about the planned collaboration...
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Türkiye's new (re)insurance future
The third International Insurance Summit & Türkiye Rendezvous and XVI International Istanbul Insurance Conference discussed emerging risks such as the protection gap, climate risks and demographic changes. MEIR was there to provide a...
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Algeria: Proposed insurance law must address digital distribution and other issues
Algeria’s proposed new insurance law, whose enactment has been delayed, can address several challenges facing the insurance industry, said Cash Assurances former CEO Mokhtar Naouri in an interview with Algerie Eco. Among the issues the law...
Bahrain: Strategic partnership to develop innovative consumer lending and insurance marketplace
BENEFIT has signed a strategic partnership with Zphin, the technology arm of PB Fintech, to develop an online platform for consumer lending, car insurance, credit cards and travel insurance, leveraging open banking infrastructure.
Egypt: AXA and Egypt Post agree to form microinsurance joint venture
AXA Life Insurance Egypt, a subsidiary of France’s AXA Group, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Post for Investment (PIF), the investment arm of Egypt Post, to establish a microinsurance company under the new Unified Insurance...