AIA set to boost exposure to Asian infrastructure 'as much as possible'

AIA Group is aiming to boost infrastructure investment as much as possible globally - with a focus on Asia - saying that the asset class perfectly matches the liability of life insurers. The move will also permit it to support local development, a company spokesman said. AIA is one of the largest life insurance companies in Asia and the infrastructure push will enable it to access projects across the region, from China, India, to Korea, Australia and Southeast Asia. “Not only do…