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AIA Sri Lanka announced the appointment of Biswa Prakash Misra (Pictured) as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors, effective January 2025 subject to approval of the Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka.
Biswa brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this role, having been a member of AIA Group’s leadership team since 2013. As part of the AIA Group Executive Committee, he is the Group Chief Technology Officerand Life Operations Officer.
Biswa is also responsible for the Group’s business operating in New Zealand and a director of various companies within the Group.
Throughout his career spanning over 25 years across various Asian markets,he has successfully managed complex, multi-market Information Technology (IT) teams.
Being a career insurance technology professional, he is well-versed with the insurance value chain including manufacturing, distribution and digital.
He has successfully worked with diverse teams across several Asia-Pacific markets including Hong Kong, Taiwan, South Korea, India, Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Vietnam and Mainland China.
AIA Sri Lanka’s Executive Director/ CEO, Chathuri Munaweera said, “Biswa’s extensive experience in the insurance industry, coupled with his deep technological expertise, will be invaluable as we continue our journey of excellence in helping Sri Lankans live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.”
