Munich Re, a global provider of reinsurance, primary and insurance-related risk solutions, announced the appointment of Zhao Qiming as CEO of its Beijing branch.
The appointment will be effective January 1, 2026, pending regulatory approval. Zhao will report to Steve Zhang, CEO of Life and Health Greater China.
Mr. Zhao will succeed Adrian Goh, who is scheduled to assume the role of Chief Risk Officer, Asia Pacific/Middle East and Africa, effective February 1, 2026. Munich Re thanks Adrian Goh for his leadership of the Beijing branch and welcomes his continued involvement as a member of the P&C leadership team in Asia.
Mr. Zhao is currently the general manager of Munich Re China. He has many years of experience in the Chinese insurance industry, especially in the life insurance field. Mr. Zhao joined Munich Re in 2006 as head of operations, having previously held various positions at two major insurance companies in China.
Before entering the insurance industry, Mr. Zhao was a doctor. He holds a bachelor’s degree in medicine from Peking University School of Medicine and a bachelor’s degree in law from China University of Political Science and Law.
Zhang added: “Greater China is a key strategic market for Munich Re’s long-term strategy, and we have strong ambitions to develop our life and health business in the region. I believe Zhao Qiming’s deep understanding of the Chinese insurance market will help our business enter the next stage of development.”
In this role, Zhao will work closely with Serene Chan, CEO of P&C Greater China, who will continue to be responsible for Munich Re’s P&C business in Greater China.
