In this increasingly global business world, the advantages of working abroad are often emphasized. Indeed, it is an invaluable experience for an employee to experience different cultures, enhance their resumes, and brush up on their language skills. On the contrary, however, the downsides to sending employees to a foreign country are not discussed as frequently. …

In this increasingly global business world, the advantages of working abroad are often emphasized. Indeed, it is an invaluable experience for an employee to experience different cultures, enhance their resumes, and brush up on their language skills. On the contrary, however, the downsides to sending employees to a foreign country are not discussed as frequently. …

After long weekends employee morale is usually low in the office, with the morning commuting hassle adding fuel to the fire. It begs the question of why we have to go to the office for work. Admittedly, technology has reshaped the workplace landscape, and many companies are starting to ditch their physical workplaces and allow …

It’s a new year, and that means new changes. Is it perhaps time to also change your company’s annual leave policy? Employee benefits trends are shifting towards creating a balance between work and life for employees and emphasizing productivity vs. time spent in the office. Does your company’s annual leave policy seem a bit old-fashioned …

Corporate risks come in many guises. From natural disasters and cyber crime, to poor conduct and penalties for non-compliance, the myriad of risks facing corporations are seemingly endless and ever-evolving. Unexpected mishaps can pop up at any time, potentially leading to detrimental outcomes – even for organizations with the most robust balance sheets. Alongside the …

2019 has officially arrived. As we approach the first few months of the year, which risks and issues are anticipated to be the greatest threat to directors in 2019? The Institute of Directors (IoD), a community of directors, entrepreneurs, and business owners, has recently revealed a list of the top largest threats to look out …

Climate change effects businesses in many ways; from physical damage due to strong winds, flood or fire to business interruption and employee liability costs. In light of the recent California wildfires, as well as the large hurricanes seen globally in 2018, climate-related insurance claims have gone up not only for the individual policyholders, but also …

In the era where people travel more frequently, be it for pleasure, work, retirement or medical treatments, private, international hospitals and clinics that offer international standards of care must find ways to attract their clientele. Besides the high quality of healthcare, international medical centers factor many different routes of attracting patients and insurers into their …

Corporate risks come in many guises. From natural disasters and cyber crime, to poor conduct and penalties for non-compliance, the myriad of risks facing corporations are seemingly endless and ever-evolving. Unexpected mishaps can pop up at any time, potentially leading to detrimental outcomes – even for organizations with the most robust balance sheets. Alongside the …

Until now, the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) card has provided the right to free or partially free emergency healthcare for its holders while staying in other EU countries. With Brexit around the corner, many UK and EU citizens are confused as to whether the EHIC card will still be valid after March 29th. In …

For all of the expats planning to be (or who are already) retired abroad, health insurance is an important issue. International retiree health insurance can be a tricky, though, as so many factors come in place when trying to obtain one, with coverage levels, provider networks, and price being some of the most crucial ones. …

That the US is the most expensive country in the world to obtain health insurance, we knew for a long time. But did you know that the cost of health insurance in the Americas is on the rise? One of the key findings in Pacific Prime’s 2018 Cost of Health Insurance report suggests that the …

Just like retirement plans covering our financial future, long term health insurance plans are designed to do exactly the same. With the development of the modern medicine, we tend to live longer than ever before in human history, but we are also at a higher risk of spending our golden years with one or more …

That the US is the most expensive country in the world to obtain health insurance, we knew for a long time. But did you know that the cost of health insurance in the Americas is on the rise? One of the key findings in Pacific Prime’s 2018 Cost of Health Insurance report suggests that the …

With the goal of simplifying insurance, Pacific Prime is pleased to announce the release of our latest Long Term Health Insurance Guide – 2018. Drawing upon the in-depth knowledge and the solid experience of our specialists in the industry, this guide spells out all the key information you should consider when securing long term health …

If you’re like us, you live in a world where time is the most precious resource around. We take care to fill every moment with our days to the point that we even plan out specific windows with which to relax, and then we’re right back to the grind. Perhaps because of this, getting injured …

Primary care delivery is a topic that really should be a more common feature of discussions about global healthcare. This is because utilizing primary care services can make such a difference in a given person’s day to day life. Still there are many parts of the world where primary care delivery is largely absent from …

In the era where people travel more frequently, be it for pleasure, work, retirement or medical treatments, private, international hospitals and clinics that offer international standards of care must find ways to attract their clientele. Besides the high quality of healthcare, international medical centers factor many different routes of attracting patients and insurers into their …

Until now, the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) card has provided the right to free or partially free emergency healthcare for its holders while staying in other EU countries. With Brexit around the corner, many UK and EU citizens are confused as to whether the EHIC card will still be valid after March 29th. In …

As Asia’s leading insurance broker, Pacific Prime has garnered numerous accolades and awards since the company was first founded in 2000. Our latest industry recognition came from Bupa Global at a Christmas party held recently in Hong Kong, where we received the highly coveted Top Producer Award. Leading news sites, such as Market Watch and …