AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoInsurtech Expansion: Singapore’s Planner Bee says it now helps consumers compare coverage across 29 insurers and 500+ products, with licensed support through renewals and claims, after reporting S$1m+ in claims help in 2025. Climate Protection Gap: A Singlife–SGFIN/NUS study finds only 1 in 5 people in Singapore have climate insurance, with ownership driving action more than awareness. BRICS Insurance Push: Russia’s Putin backed BRICS grain and an “insurance mechanism” to blunt global pressures, as BRICS leaders also unveiled an open-source AI push. Health Insurance Pressure (UK): UK PM Andy Burnham is set to argue for a “culture shift” for growth at Downing Street, while policy debates continue around costs and coverage. Claims & Regulation (Philippines): Manila’s LTFRB summoned a bus operator after a fatal crash, weighing suspension or cancellation over CPC conditions tied to vehicle roadworthiness and reckless driving. War-Risk Insurance (Ukraine/Lithuania): Ukraine and Lithuania discussed support for a war-risk insurance mechanism alongside energy and reconstruction priorities. E&S Market Watch: A brief on what’s next for the E&S market points to more capacity and competition ahead. Policyholder Dispute (Massachusetts): A court ruling in a malpractice settlement dispute says the insurer acted reasonably under Massachusetts’ insurance claims-handling rules. Carriers & Coverage (Asia-Pacific): bolttech named new Asia-Pacific and North America executives to support expansion, signaling continued investment in insurance distribution.
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