Description: Discussion of the new- 2003- regulations in China pertaining to nonguaranteed life products.

Description: Discussion of developments in actuarial education, the regulatory licensing process for actuaries signing off on reserves and financial statements, and social security in Poland

Description: A review of the recent history of the actuarial profession in Pakistan and the near term future as of the year 2000.

Description: Discusses the steps taken in Singapore to improve governance and enhance disclosure for traditional life participating business.

Description: Insurers in the European Union 'EU' were busy preparing themselves for the new Solvency II regulations when the European Court of Justice surprised the industry with its judgment on March 1, 2011, to end gender discrimination in insurance aimed at supporting the fight against unfair discrimination. This article provides background, industry reaction, and the possible effects on the life insurance industry.

Description: The medical scheme approach adopted by several African countries has failed to meet the needs of those in informal employment and rural communities. This is partly due to affordability amongst these individuals as well as a lack of awareness of how healthcare financing products work. Community based healthcare organisations have achieved greater levels of success in this regard by carefully incorporating the peculiarities of communities in benefit design and involving community members in the management of these healthcare solutions. There are lessons to be garnered from the countries where these have been implemented with some level of success. Even as countries aim towards universal health coverage, observing the unique needs of different communities within a country is essential to ensure resources are utilised efficiently and that healthcare needs are targeted effectively.

Description: A look at recent changes to Canada's social security system - the politics, stakeholder views and implications for retirement readiness.

Description: A discussion of the Brazilian Health Industry

Description: A broad discussion of Israel’s Life Insurance Industry

Description: Discussion of Ley 100/Law 100 in Colombia, which was ratified in 1993 and linked the government pension plan with a government-sponsored and controlled yet, privatized health plan.