Although the region is attracting the attention of global re/insurance companies and advisers keen to unlock potential growth, it faces some major issues

Cuba's return to more normal relations with the wider world will create opportunities for foreign insurers but beware currency problems

An increase in insurance products is expected in Latin America to meet the needs caused by infrastructure development

Construction across Latin America is on the rise and is a hive of activity as highways, railways, stadiums, bridges, energy projects and other major construction takes place across the region