NEWS
Wednesday, 17 July 2024
EVENT TITLE: PLANADES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, DR. ENGR. TABASSAM RAZA, PARTICIPATED IN OECD-ADBI-OJK ROUNDTABLE ON INSURANCE AND RETIREMENT SAVINGS IN ASIA
Dr. Engr. Tabassam Raza, Executive Director of PLANADES, took part in the OECD-ADBI-OJK Roundtable on Insurance and Retirement Savings in Asia 2024, held on July 9-10 in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The event, co-hosted by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the Asian Development Bank Institute (ADBI), and Otoritas Jasa Keuangan (OJK), was sponsored by the Government of Japan. It convened leading experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to explore significant issues affecting the insurance and pension sectors in the Asia-Pacific region.
Photo 1 . Delegates at the OECD-ADBI-OJK Roundtable on Insurance and Retirement Savings in Asia 2024.
Photo 2. Roundtable 28 assigned to Dr. Engr. Raza along with other participants
The Roundtable featured a range of discussions on critical topics, including the role of insurance in supporting climate mitigation, financial protection towards disaster risk, gaps in retirement savings, and leveraging technology to enhance insurance and pension systems. Dr. Raza contributed valuable insights through his questions, fostering deeper discussions on these pressing issues.
Photo 3. Dr. Raza, attentively taking notes during the OECD-ADBI-OJK Roundtable on Insurance and Retirement Savings in Asia 2024.
Photo 4. Dr. Tabassam Raza, Executive Director of PLANADES, engaging with panelists as he asks questions during the OECD-ADBI-OJK Roundtable on Insurance and Retirement Savings in Asia 2024.
His involvement highlighted PLANADES' commitment to advancing financial resilience and sustainability. The event provided a platform for sharing ideas and best practices, offering significant perspectives on the development and regulation of insurance and pension markets across Asia.
Photo 5. Dr. Engr. Raza with his roundtable mates
Photo 6. Dr. Engr. Raza in the center with Delegates of the roundtable
Dr. Engr. Raza received the honor of being invited by the organizer to attend a reception dinner that was a true celebration of Indonesian culture. The event featured a variety of traditional performances, including music, Ramine dance, and possibly culinary presentations, which offered a vibrant and immersive experience of the country's rich heritage. This setting not only allowed PLANADES to appreciate the cultural expressions but also served as a valuable opportunity for networking. Surrounded by fellow attendees and distinguished guests, Dr. Engr. Raza was able to engage in meaningful discussions, exchange ideas, and build connections in a relaxed and culturally enriched atmosphere.
Photo 7. Dr. Engr. Raza with other delegates during the dinner reception and cultural showcase
For more information on the discussions and outcomes of the event, please visit the OECD-ADBI-OJK Roundtable website.