The Hong Kong Federation of Insurers said relevant Mainland authorities have not
issued any formal policy documents or implementation rules regarding reports
that Mainland China will levy a 20% personal income tax on gains from overseas
life insurance policies. The federation said it is monitoring developments, will
not speculate, and expects continued client demand for protection, wealth
transfer and asset allocation; it added Hong Kong’s insurance market remains
attractive due to flexible product design, multi-currency options and
wealth-transfer services.