March 27, 2026
ME conflict: Complexity of marine claims will continue to increase, says W K Webster
The conflict in the Middle East is continuing to produce significant risks across maritime trade and global supply chains. Source: Middle East Insurance Review
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Bilal Jarjour
March 27, 2026
Heavy rain and thunderstorms in UAE: Live weather, traffic updates, and safety tips
Authorities issue warnings as unstable weather brings rain, dust and reduced visibility. Source: Gulf News
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Bilal Jarjour
March 25, 2026
Reinsurance companies have withdrawn their coverage from conflict zones.
Alaa El-Zohairy, head of the Egyptian Insurance Federation, stated that the escalation of geopolitical conflicts and the transformation of war risks into a tangible reality have led to fundamental changes in insurance companies’ policies, particularly regarding marine transport coverage, with a significant number of insurance and reinsurance companies withdrawing from providing traditional coverage. Source: Al…
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Bilal Jarjour
March 25, 2026
Saudi Arabia: Strategic Shift in Saudi Arabia Towards Value-Based Healthcare.
The healthcare system in Saudi Arabia is witnessing a remarkable shift towards a Value-Based Care model, as part of broader efforts to restructure the health sector and improve the quality of services provided to citizens and residents, while controlling costs and enhancing operational efficiency. Source: Al Morakeb
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Bilal Jarjour
March 25, 2026
Egypt: Insurance Companies Association Emphasizes the Importance of the Insurance Industry in Facing the Risks of Wars.
The Egyptian Insurance Companies Association issued an important analytical report in which it affirms the vital role played by the insurance industry in protecting the economy and society, especially in light of the increasing risks associated with wars and geopolitical tensions. Source: Al Morakeb
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Bilal Jarjour
March 25, 2026
UAE: Insurance market exceeds US$20bn on double-digit growth
The insurance sector in the UAE remained healthy in 2025, with robust capital adequacy ratios and return on assets. Source: Middle East Insurance Review
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Bilal Jarjour
March 24, 2026
Reinsurance pools, retro underpin terrorism risk resilience in a complex threat landscape: Guy Carpenter’s Gallagher
Tony Gallagher, Regional CEO for Asia Pacific at Guy Carpenter, the global reinsurance broking business and part of Marsh, has set out a detailed case for the central role of reinsurance, retrocession and terrorism pools in supporting market capacity amid a rapidly shifting threat landscape Source: Reinsurance News
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Bilal Jarjour
March 24, 2026
ME conflict: GCC insurers’ credit conditions remain stable, per S&P Global Ratings
S&P Global Ratings said that insurance companies in the GCC countries are likely to maintain stable credit conditions, despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Source: بوابة التأمين الإقتصادية
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Bilal Jarjour
March 24, 2026
Turkey: State-owned reinsurer sees huge potential in financial insurance
The potential in financial insurance business is significant in Turkiye, according to Mr. Ali Sertac Canal, Deputy General Manager of state-owned Turk Reassurance (Turk Re). Source: Middle East Insurance Review
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Bilal Jarjour
March 24, 2026
UAE: Insurance Companies Show Exceptional Flexibility in Facing Challenges
The insurance sector in the UAE continues to issue policies in various branches of insurance and handle customer requests with the same level of efficiency and reliability that they are accustomed to, despite the current regional conditions. Source: Al Morakeb
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