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South Korea’s motor insurance grows 2.4% in 2025 with rate hikes
South Korea’s motor insurance grows 2.4% in 2025 with rate hikes
Motor insurance remains the largest segment in the general insurance industry.
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China approves 11.29 GW of coal power in Q1 2025
The new wave of coal projects risks Beijing’s energy transition goals.
SWIFT cites high cost of splintered financial world
Many digital payment platforms remain disconnected from each other.
Solar and wind seen to energise 30% of ASEAN’s data centres in 2030
However, slow renewables deployment may affect progress if not addressed.
Innovative broadcasting companies spotlighted at Asia-Pacific Broadcasting+ Awards 2025
Exceptional industry players took centre stage, highlighting their incredible advancements in broadcasting.
S-REITs shift to cash-backed yields, eye 5.5% in FY 2025
It aims to minimise dilution and align distributions with recurring cash earnings.
How did the Philippines’ insurance market perform in Q1 2025?
The commission expects this momentum to continue through the year.
ASEAN should cut political risk to attract grid investors
The new chief of the ASEAN Centre for Energy expects a breakthrough this year.
Could cash be making a comeback in Singapore wealth plans?
Also, over a third expect to grow their exposure to alternative investments.
Vietnam general insurance market to grow 7% annually through 2029
The sector is expected to grow 5.9% year-on-year this 2025.
Singapore pushes virtual power plants to hit 2035 RE goal
It also wants power companies to build hydrogen-ready plants.
US foreign aid cuts pressure health systems in emerging markets
At least 38% of USAID funds have been cut compared to FY 2024-25.
Lower costs spark surge in battery storage projects
In 2024, lithium-ion battery pack prices dropped to the lowest in eight years.
Offshore wind, energy imports could spur RE deals in Southeast Asia
Investment-friendly policies will push private money into these projects.
APAC’s price controls, tendering processes pose risks to pharma firms
Such practices could impact revenues and market access.
What will drive the reinsurance sector to bag $68b in four years?
In 2023, APAC accounted for 13.3% of global reinsurance premiums.
Clearer cyber risk benchmarks for Australian SMEs pushed
The financial fallout from a single cyber event can be devastating.
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Malaysia Technology Excellence 2025 Winner: Cho Shi Chong of Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission
Cho Shi Chong, Chief Financial Officer at the MCMC, shares how the organisation is pioneering government e-payment automation and financial integration.
