Former HSBC insurance head Edward Moncreiffe joins AIA as regional CEO

AIA Group announced on Friday, October 23, 2026, that it has appointed Edward Moncreiffe as a regional chief executive. Moncreiffe joins AIA after exiting HSBC, where he led its global insurance business. His appointment is effective November 2, and he will be responsible for AIA's operations in India, Sri Lanka, Australia, and New Zealand. He will also become a member of the Group Executive Committee and report directly to Group Chief Executive and President Lee Yuan Siong. This move follows a similar path taken by former HSBC Group chairman Mark Tucker, who returned to AIA as non-executive chairman last year. Moncreiffe brings 20 years of leadership experience in insurance, wealth management, and strategy across various regions.