ING wins license for life insurance activities in Russia (Sharewatch)
AMSTERDAM (Thomson Financial) - Bancassurer ING Group NV has received a license to commence life insurance activities in Russia, the company said in a statement.

Taiwan's Taishin, Aegon ink pact for life insurance JV, Chang Hwa Bank stake (Sharewatch)
TAIPEI (XFN-ASIA) - Taishin Financial Holding Co Ltd (2887.TW) said it and Aegon NV have signed a memorandum of understanding to set up a 51-49 life insurance joint venture in Taiwan.