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Japan's Prudential Life earmarks millions for customer compensation after misconduct scandal

Japan's Prudential Life Insurance has earmarked millions of dollars to compensate customers affected by employee misconduct.

Jake Nathanoel Dellosa | 29 May 2026

The Philippines: Liquidating pre-need firm pays out more than 17,000 claims so far, looking to pay out the rest

As it continues the liquidation process, The Philippines' insurance regulator, the Insurance Commission, has revealed that Danvil has paid out over PHP1.62bn ($26.31m) in claims.

Sarah Si | 28 May 2026

China: Basic medical insurance coverage for citizens remains stable

Data from the State Taxation Administration has revealed that over 1.3bn people in China have availed of the country's basic medical insurance coverage in the first quarter of 2026, with contribution revenues reaching CNY598.1bn ($88bn), up...

Jimmy John | 27 May 2026

The Philippines: PhilHealth benefit payments hit US$2.32bn from Jan-April 2026

The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has paid out PHP143.22bn ($2.32bn) in benefit claims nationwide from 1 January 2026 to 30 Apri, 2026, marking a 56.15% increase compared to the PHP91.72bn released during the same period...

Jimmy John | 27 May 2026

China: 'Whitelist' to prevent misuse of healthcare insurance

Anoop Khanna | 25 May 2026

Bharti AXA Life declares US$24.7m bonus for FY2025-26

Jake Nathanoel Dellosa | 22 May 2026

New Zealanders willing to pay for life protection despite pressure on budgets

Sarah Si | 21 May 2026

Prudential and LIMRA mark new phase of collaboration with new MoU

Sarah Si | 21 May 2026

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New Zealand: Life insurer pays US$470m in claims in 2025

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