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China’s new supply chain rules raise conflict-of-law risks for UK, EU firms
China’s new supply chain rules raise conflict-of-law risks for UK, EU firms
Firms may be caught between local restrictions and Western compliance demands.
5 hours ago
Singapore leads Southeast Asia climate-tech funding
Singapore leads Southeast Asia climate-tech funding
The city-state accounted for about $872m of the region’s disclosed climate-tech equity funding.
7 hours ago
Taiwan life premiums climb 50% to $5b in Q1 2026
Taiwan life premiums climb 50% to $5b in Q1 2026
Revenue increased from $3.2b or NT$99.476b in the same period last year.
10 hours ago
Philippines mobile market to top $5b by 2030 on 5G, data surge
Philippines mobile market to top $5b by 2030 on 5G, data surge
Network transitions reshape subscriber mix as operators expand coverage across regions.
1 day ago
South Korea insurers lift overseas profit to $197m
South Korea insurers lift overseas profit to $197m
FSS said earnings rose by $37.9m from $159.1m a year earlier.
1 day ago
Cambodia premiums rise 3% as life insurance falls in February 2026
Cambodia premiums rise 3% as life insurance falls in February 2026
Gross premiums reached $30.62m in February 2026 from $29.78m a year earlier.
1 day ago
ASEAN manufacturing growth improves in May
ASEAN manufacturing growth improves in May
The region’s PMI rose for the first time in three months as new orders and output strengthened.
2 days ago
Pay rises push more Australian earners into insurance-linked tax risk
Pay rises push more Australian earners into insurance-linked tax risk
Income threshold changes are prompting earlier policy decisions before the new financial year begins.
2 days ago
Philippine insurance seen growing 9.6% vs 8.3% GDP growth
Philippine insurance seen growing 9.6% vs 8.3% GDP growth
The projection exceeds the expected pace of worldwide industry expansion.
2 days ago
Singapore workers most likely to use all vacation days, Deel data shows
Singapore workers most likely to use all vacation days, Deel data shows
Data showed a strong uptake of paid time off across full-time employees.
3 days ago
Singapore accounts for 3% of APAC scam ad activity, report says
Singapore accounts for 3% of APAC scam ad activity, report says
Finance, health and beauty themes dominate local campaigns.
3 days ago
Chronic diseases to drive MRI systems market 2031 expansion to $9.68b
Chronic diseases to drive MRI systems market 2031 expansion to $9.68b
The ultra-high-field MRI systems segment is expected to have the highest CAGR.
4 days ago
Vietnam requires social insurance for foreign workers with 12-month contracts
Vietnam requires social insurance for foreign workers with 12-month contracts
It applies to foreign citizens hired by Vietnamese employers.
4 days ago
South Korea insurers lift capital by $6b under K-ICS in December 2025
South Korea insurers lift capital by $6b under K-ICS in December 2025
Available capital reached $190.3b at the end of December.
4 days ago
Cambodia’s January 2026 premiums inch down to $42m
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Singapore telecom crowding persists after Simba-M1 deal collapse
Its small market has left the mobile and fixed broadband sectors saturated.
9 hours ago
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Companies rethink health cover as claim costs climb
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MOH rider changes tighten coverage and lift co-payment exposure from April 2026.
3 days ago
Singapore pressed to adopt AI-led checks after Nvidia case
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Authorities are under pressure to boost spot checks on high-risk tech shipments.
Southeast Asia faces uneven urology access as demand outpaces specialists
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Some hospitals lack maintenance and consumables for advanced procedures.
Healthcare
Hong Kong healthcare pushes pricing clarity, trials, and biotech capacity
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Six in 10 patients delay treatment due to cost anxiety.
Hidden cyber risks emerge as Asia retailers handle peak shopping demand
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Bot activity, account takeover attempts, and payment abuse become harder to detect.
Insurance
Iran war raises long-term risks for Asia builders' insurance gains
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Supply chain disruption and energy volatility could push premiums higher by 2027.
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