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New Measures to Boost Transparency in Hong Kong Insurance

3/16/2026

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The Hong Kong Insurance Authority will enhance transparency and expand medical insurance options to counter rising costs, per Executive Director Clement Lau Chung-kin.
The Authority will gather data and analyze medical insurance costs and compensation levels this year to empower consumers.
CEO Clement Cheung Wan-ching said comprehensive industry data could foster competition and potentially lower prices.
The authority also aims to simplify how policyholders switch providers, increasing benefits and choices.

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The Hong Kong Insurance Authority will enhance transparency and expand medical insurance options to counter rising costs, per Executive Director Clement Lau Chung-kin.
The Authority will gather data and analyze medical insurance costs and compensation levels this year to empower consumers.
CEO Clement Cheung Wan-ching said comprehensive industry data could foster competition and potentially lower prices.
The authority also aims to simplify how policyholders switch providers, increasing benefits and choices.