Liberty names Jimmy Tong as CEO for Singapore operations

Leadership Appointment - Liberty has appointed Jimmy Tong as CEO for its Singapore business, effective from 27 April 2026, pending regulatory clearance [1] - Tong has over a decade of experience in overseeing Great Eastern's General and Group Insurance in Singapore and has more than 15 years in leadership roles at UOB [2] Company Restructuring - The leadership change follows the merger of Liberty's two Singapore entities, Liberty Insurance and Liberty Specialty Markets, under one insurance license on 1 January 2026 [1] - The unified company operates from One Raffles Quay, Singapore, aiming to create a simpler and stronger organization for customers and partners [3] Strategic Goals - The Asia Pacific president, Matthew Jackson, emphasized the goal of operating as one Liberty in each market this year, marking the completion of the Singapore company transfer and the appointment of Tong as a strong start [3] - The combined operation under the Liberty brand offers general insurance and reinsurance services, including personal and commercial policies, as well as specialized solutions for various sectors [4] Leadership Changes - Following the restructuring, former Liberty Insurance CEO Yasar Fistikci has transitioned to the role of chief product officer in Singapore [3] - Nicole Lim, head of Liberty Specialty Markets, will leave the company at the end of April to pursue other opportunities [4]