Insurer AIA to help people lead healthier lives

Firm capitalising on growing trend of people becoming more health-conscious

AIA group CEO and president Ng Keng Hooi, who has been in the industry for almost 40 years, says the firm has made huge investments in technology and its people to keep up with the times.
AIA group CEO and president Ng Keng Hooi, who has been in the industry for almost 40 years, says the firm has made huge investments in technology and its people to keep up with the times. ST PHOTO: KUA CHEE SIONG
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Many people turn to their insurance companies when they fall ill and need to make claims, but AIA is working with customers early on to help them adopt healthier lifestyles.

Group chief executive and president Ng Keng Hooi told The Straits Times in an exclusive interview: "In the past, if you're sick, we pay you.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on July 18, 2019, with the headline Insurer AIA to help people lead healthier lives. Subscribe