Allianz SE (Headquartered in Munich, Germany) announced that it is donating €200,000 to support disaster relief efforts in Sri Lanka. In addition, Allianz SE is also extending its support to Thailand and Indonesia, contributing a further €400,000 to aid disaster relief across Southeast Asia. Torrential rainfalls have triggered severe flooding and landslides across Southeast Asia, leaving more than 1,100 people dead in a week of devastation and complicating rescue efforts for hundreds still missing. Allianz is deeply rooted with local entities in the three countries and serving millions of customers across Asia. By supporting the affected people and communities, Allianz acts on its promise to secure the future of its stakeholders in times of need.
Allianz SE will allocate €100,000 to the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society (SLRCS) to deliver immediate assistance to those most affected and €100,000 will also be provided for post-disaster support, implemented in collaboration with Allianz Insurance Lanka Limited and selected local partners, focusing on disaster prevention and climate resilience, helping communities rebuild and strengthen their preparedness against future events.
Renate Wagner, Member of the Board of Management of Allianz SE, responsible for Asia Pacific, Mergers & Acquisitions, People and Cultures says:
“At Allianz, we stand with the people and communities affected by the severe floods and landslides across Southeast Asia. Through immediate relief and long-term resilience support, we aim to help families recover, strengthen local communities, and better prepare for future climate-related events.”
Anusha Thavarajah, Regional Chief Executive Officer, Allianz Asia Pacific adds:
“Across Indonesia, Thailand and Sri Lanka, many families and communities are facing significant loss and disruption. In moments like these, Allianz stands alongside them. Asia Pacific is home to our people, our customers, and the communities we serve, and we remain deeply committed to the region. Our immediate focus is on providing relief where it is most needed, while also supporting communities to rebuild and strengthen resilience, so those most affected can move forward with confidence.”
Allianz is fully dedicated to Asia and its people. It represents a strategic growth region for Allianz Group, which already has established strong market positions throughout Southeast Asia. Besides Indonesia, Thailand and Sri Lanka, Allianz is present with various business segments in China, India, Malaysia and Singapore, among others.
Prashant Grover, CEO and Country Manager, Allianz Insurance Lanka Limited comments:
“The recent floods have had a devastating impact on communities across Sri Lanka, underscoring the urgent need for rebuilding and resilience. In these times, our priority at Allianz Lanka is to enable societies to recover faster and safeguard lives and livelihoods for the future. Through relief efforts supported by Allianz Group, we are helping communities regain stability and build strength for the long term.”
As Sri Lanka moves from emergency response to recovery, Allianz’s support reflects a broader commitment, in helping communities, rebuilt stronger and better prepared for the future. By combining immediate humanitarian efforts with long-term efforts in resilience building, disaster risk reduction and climate adaptation Allianz continues to play a role in addressing the evolving challenges post by extreme weather events. This approach brings about a sustainable recovery, moving beyond restoring what was lost, to strengthening communities to better withstand future shocks.