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Bahrain's mandatory health insurance scheme to commence on 31 Oct

The Supreme Council of Health (SCH) has officially confirmed that the long-awaited National Health Insurance Programme for expatriate residents will begin on 31 October 2026, marking a significant development in Bahrain's healthcare system.


Egypt: Misr Insurance maintains 41% market share amid inflationary pressures

The financial performance of Misr Insurance Company's is sound, notes Fitch Ratings, with an annualised net income return on average equity (ROE) of 18% in 1H2026 and 12% in 2025.

French insurance broking group expands to Abu Dhabi and Qatar, backed by local partners

Lyon-headquartered APRIL Group is accelerating its international growth strategy in the Middle East, expanding into Abu Dhabi and entering the Qatari market.

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  • South Africa: Life market shows resilient asset growth under complex market and macroeconomic conditions

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  • EAIC Day 2026: Message from Chairman of The General Insurance Association of Japan
  • Taiwan: Senior citizens will now receive subsidies on their health insurance premium

China

  • NFRA revises insurance product development and management regulations
  • New NFRA regulations tighten governance and approval process for P&C insurance products
  • Regulator cracks down on 'quick returns' life products
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  • India: LIC to launch three new insurance plans
  • Indonesia: Prudential Syariah launches product that provides cover up till 80 years old

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