Registration Deadline Announced for High-Level Insurance Conference in Kathmandu

Kathmandu – The Nepal Insurance Authority (NIA) has announced the registration deadline for the highly anticipated 7th Asia-Pacific High-Level Meeting on Insurance Supervision (HLM) and the 19th AFIR Annual Meeting & Conference (AMC), scheduled to take place from January 20 to 22, 2025, at the Radisson Hotel, Kathmandu. Interested participants must register by December 15, 2024, to secure their spot at this premier event.

The conference, organized in collaboration with the Asian Forum of Insurance Regulators (AFIR), the Financial Stability Institute (FSI) of the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), and the International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS), promises to bring together leading regulators, policymakers, and industry experts from across Asia and beyond.

The 7th HLM, taking place on January 20-21, will address crucial topics such as regional insurance regulatory reforms, the role of regulators in bridging the insurance protection gap, and the impact of artificial intelligence on the insurance industry.

The 19th AMC, held on January 21-22, will revolve around the theme, “Safeguarding Tomorrow: Unifying Efforts to Bridge the Protection Gap and Climate Risk.” The event aims to foster dialogue on addressing climate-induced challenges and closing protection gaps, with contributions from stakeholders such as the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Access to Insurance Initiative (A2ii), Global Asia Insurance Partnership (GAIP), and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).

This prestigious gathering will offer an invaluable platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and building partnerships. With live panel discussions, expert speakers, and opportunities to engage with international best practices, the conference is set to deliver regional solutions to global challenges.