
Lifelong Promise ‧ Lifelong Partner
Company Profile
China Life Insurance (Overseas) Company Limited ("China Life (Overseas) ") is the only overseas wholly-owned subsidiary of China Life Insurance (Group) Company, which is a major financial institution. In 2024, China Life Insurance (Group) Company’s consolidated operating income surpassed RMB1.1 trillion, and its consolidated assets reached approximately RMB7.5 trillion. For 23 consecutive years, China Life Insurance (Group) Company has joined the ranks of Fortune Global 500 companies, with brand value of RMB 501.985 billion1. In 2016, China Life became the largest single shareholder of China Guangfa Bank, initiating a new phases of synergistic development across its three core business segments - insurance, investment, and banking.
China Life (Overseas) has a rich heritage with its roots to be traced back to 1933, serving its customers for over 90 years. With the strong support from the Group Company, China Life (Overseas) becomes the largest Chinese insurer and Chinese institutional investor in Hong Kong, with consolidated assets of HKD 441.797 billion2 in the first half of 2025. Deep-rooted in Hong Kong and Macau, China Life (Overseas) maintains strong business ties with Mainland China while expanding to Southeast Asia, with a wide range of business in life insurance, investment and Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF). China Life (Overseas) is committed to providing its customers with high-quality products and services in life protection, savings and annuities. Stationed at China Life Centre in Hung Hom, Hong Kong, China Life (Overseas) established 7 main branches and subsidiary companies, including Hong Kong Branch, Macau Branch, China Life Trustees Limited, Singapore Subsidiary, Indonesia Subsidiary, Fintech Centre, and China Life International Financial Academy.
1931
The establishment of the parent company of the predecessor
China Insurance Company was set up in Shanghai, offering general insurance in the beginning.
1933
Set up Life Insurance Department, symbolizing the establishment of China Life (Overseas)
China Insurance Company set up its Life Insurance Department, which was the predecessor of China Life (Overseas), to start life insurance business.
1937
Undertook restructuring to pave the way for strategic development
The Life Insurance Department was restructured as China Life Insurance Company Limited to pave the way for strategic development in Hong Kong.
1949
Merged with China Insurance Company
It was agreed at the first national insurance meeting that, China Life Insurance Company Limited to merge with China Insurance Company.
1954
Focused on serving overseas customers
In response to the call of the Chinese government, China Life Insurance Company Limited focused on serving overseas customers.
1984
Established Hong Kong Branch
Hong Kong Branch was established to better serve local customers.
1989
Established Macau Branch
Established Macau branch, a strategic movement to serve both the Hong Kong and Macau markets.
1995
Established China Life Trustees Limited
Established China Life Trustees Limited, specializing in trust business, provident fund and MPF schemes.
2003
Renamed as China Life (Overseas)
China Life Insurance (Group) Company acquired China Life Insurance Company, and renamed it as “China Life Insurance (Overseas) Company Limited”.
2015
Established Singapore Subsidiary
Established a Singapore Company to hasten the pace of internationalization.
2017
Set up China Life International Financial Academy
The China Life International Financial Academy offers a wide variety of high quality trainings to associates at all levels in the company.
2018
Established Indonesia Subsidiary
The set up of the Indonesia Company further accelerated the development of internationalization.
2022
Standing by Hong Kong
Facing the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, China Life (Overseas) proactively demonstrated its corporate social responsibility by launching several convenient measures, and providing timely supports to ride out the storm with the local communities.
2023
A major milestone of serving its customers for 90 years
This year marks the 90th years of serving its customers, China Life (Overseas) launched a series of fun-filled celebrations to commemorate this special occasion.
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Fortune Global 500
Companies Ranked in 2025
$501.985 billion
China Life Insurance (Group)
Brand Value1 (RMB)
$36.388 billion
Total Operating Income in First Half of 2025 (HKD)
$441.797 billion
Total Asset Value2 (HKD)
A1
Financial Strength
Rating by Moody's 3
A
Financial Strength
Rating by Standard & Poor's 4
1Source: "Top 500 Most Valuable Chinese Brands" 2024 by World Brand Lab
2As of 30 June, 2025, unaudited financial statement
3As of 11 February 2025, Moody’s has assigned an "A1" insurance financial strength rating to China Life Insurance (Overseas) Company.
4As of 18 December 2024, Standard & Poor's has assigned an "A" long-term local currency issuer credit rating and insurer financial strength rating to China Life Insurance (Overseas) Company Limited.
Management Team

Liu Yuejin
President

Jiang Tao
Vice President

Hu Qun
Vice President of China Life (Overseas) and General Manager of the Company’s Hong Kong Branch

Kang Le
Vice President

Liu Qing
Chief Risk Officer
Corporate Culture
Corporate Mission
Prudent Operation,Trustworthy Service,
People-oriented Principle,
Harmonious Development,
Active Progression, Innovative Approach.
Corporate Vision
Lifelong Promise • Lifelong Partner
Development Objective
We will strive to become the premier insurance leader in Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore and Indonesia, distinguished by talented professionals, advanced technology, articulate team management, stable business growth, effective results, and recognizable brand name in the industry.
Development Direction
Continue to solidify our position in Hong Kong and Macau markets by operating with pragmatism and precision. Expand into non-life insurance industry timely via merger and acquisition when good opportunities arise. Set up Singapore and Indonesia branch, and develop South East Asian markets. Actively consolidate our capabilities to go public according to unified deployment of parent company.
Strategic Position
We leverage on the excellent resources of China Life Insurance (Group) Company to establish a strong foothold in Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore and Indonesia with global perspective. Our primary focus is in the enhancement of profits and creation of values for the company through organic growth, merger, and acquisition. In addition, we emphasize equally in business development and investment management. We are undoubtedly the platform and window for China Life to develop its global business, and a training ground for our business management team.
Shareholder
China Life Insurance (Group) Company is a large state-owned financial institution, and one of the prominent institutional investors in the Chinese capital market. In 2024, China Life Insurance (Group) Company’s consolidated operating income surpassed RMB1.1 trillion, with consolidated assets reaching approximately RMB7.5 trillion (excluding RMB3.64 trillion from China Guangfa Bank). The Group also managed third-party assets exceeding RMB3 trillion. China Life has been listed among “The Fortune Global 500” for 23 consecutive years, with brand value of RMB 501.985 billion, consistently playing a leading role in the industry.
Established in the same year as the People’s Republic of China, China Life is one of the earliest insurance companies in the Chinese mainland. In October 1949, the Chinese government approved the establishment of the first Chinese insurance company, marking the founding year of China Life. In 1996, it was spun off to become the PICC (Life) Co., Ltd. In 1999, the company was renamed China Life Insurance Company. In 2003, it underwent restructuring and was transformed into China Life Insurance (Group) Company, embarking on the path of group-based development. In 2016, China Life became the largest single shareholder of China Guangfa Bank, initiating a new phases of synergistic development across its three core business segments - insurance, investment, and banking.
Currently, the Group encompasses numerous subsidiaries and institutions, including China Life Insurance Company Limited, China Life Asset Management Company Limited, China Life Property & Casualty Insurance Company Limited, China Life Pension Company Limited, China Life Ecommerce Company Limited, China Life Insurance (Overseas) Company Limited, China Life Investment Holding Company Limited and Insurance Professional College.
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Awards and Recognition
We are proud to gain widespread recognition and won numerous industry accolades







