Nepal Insurance Authority Suspends New Business for Himalayan Reinsurance Limited

Summary

Nepal Insurance Authority has suspended Himalayan Reinsurance Limited from engaging in new reinsurance business until mid-July 2026 due to financial irregularities.

Key Points
  • Nepal Insurance Authority has suspended Himalayan Reinsurance Limited from new reinsurance business for the fiscal year 2082/83 until mid-July 2026.
  • The decision follows investigations into alleged financial irregularities within the company.
  • The suspension is enforced under Section 136 of the Insurance Act, 2079.
  • Exemptions allow Himalayan Reinsurance Limited to pay existing claims and conduct retrocession related to prior business.
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