6th ASEAN Insurance Summit

Redefining Risk in ASEAN: Driving Innovation, Inclusion & Resilience in Insurance

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The ASEAN Insurance Council is proud to host the 6th ASEAN Insurance Summit (AIS) in Siem Reap, Cambodia. This flagship event will bring together insurance leaders, regulators, insurtech players, inter-governmental agencies, and industry service providers from across the ASEAN region to explore the future of insurance and foster cross-border collaboration.

Anchored by the theme, “Redefining Risk in ASEAN: Driving Innovation, Inclusion & Resilience in Insurance,” AIS 2025 aims to spark critical dialogue on how the region’s insurance sector can respond to evolving risks and growing expectations. The Summit will spotlight forward-thinking strategies and cutting-edge technologies that are transforming customer experience, strengthening operational resilience, and expanding access to insurance across ASEAN.

As one of the world’s most dynamic and high-growth insurance markets, ASEAN stands at a pivotal moment. AIS 2025 offers a strategic platform to influence policy, share insights, and align industry efforts to support the ASEAN Community Vision 2045. It also presents a unique opportunity to examine how innovation and inclusive practices can shape a more sustainable and future-ready insurance landscape.

Building on the momentum of past editions, this year’s Summit will drive meaningful conversations, foster new partnerships, and accelerate progress toward a resilient, inclusive, and innovation-led ASEAN insurance ecosystem.

Agenda

08:00am – 09:00am : Registration

Welcome Address: Mr. Budi Tampubolon – Chairman, ASEAN Insurance Council

Opening of ASEAN Insurance Summit: Mr. Christian Wanandi – Secretary-General, ASEAN Insurance Council

Keynote by Guest-of-Honor: H. E. Bou Chanphirou – Director General, Insurance Regulator of Cambodia

ASEAN Secretariat Special Address: H E Dr. Kao Kim Hourn – Secretary-General, ASEAN Secretariat

Findings on the Women’s Representation in the ASEAN and Recommendations for Action

International Finance Corporation, The World Bank Group

10:00am – 10:30am : Networking Break

Amid a volatile macroeconomic and geopolitical backdrop, insurers face the ongoing challenge of evolving their coverage in line with global threats as well as customer needs. At the same time, technological advances provide opportunities for the industry to manage risk more effectively. How can insurers navigate the path ahead?

Moderator: Mr Robert Curtis – Managing Director of Market Development for Asia-Pacific, AM Best

Panellists: Ms. Cheng Min Hung, CEO, Global Asia Insurance Partnership (GAIP)
Mr. Delil Khairat, Technical Director, Indonesia Re
Mr. Radzuan Mohamed, CEO, Malaysian Takaful Association
Mr. Suy Channtharong, CEO, Forte Insurance (Cambodia)

As the insurance landscape evolves, alignment between regulators and industry leaders has never been more critical. From emerging risks and climate challenges to AI and digital transformation, both sides face a shared imperative: to shape a future-ready insurance ecosystem that balances innovation with responsibility.

In this panel, we’ll bring together regional regulators to explore how collaboration will define the next era of insurance. Discover the opportunities that lie in overcoming regulatory friction and the impact a shared vision can have in building a more adaptive, resilient, and innovative insurance ecosystem—one that is equipped to respond to emerging risks, embrace digital transformation, and deliver greater value to consumers across the region.

Moderator: Mr. Michael Rellosa, Executive Director and Trustee, Philippine Insurers and Reinsurers Association
Panellists: Regulators From The region
Mr. Asep Suwondo, Director of Insurance, Guarantee, and Pension Fund Development, OJK, Indonesia
Mr Somaxy Keovnady, Deputy Director General, Ministry of Finance Lao PDR (State-Owned Enterprises and Insurance Supervision)
Mr. Zaw Naing, Director General, Financial Regulatory Department, Ministry of Finance and Revenue, Myanmar
Mr Reynaldo Averilla Regalado, Insurance Commissioner, Philippines
Mr. Daniel Wang, Executive Director, Insurance Department, Monetary Authority of Singapore

12:30pm – 2:00pm : Networking Luncheon

This session explore how advanced technologies are reshaping the industry across the value chain. From enhancing customer experience through personalised and seamless interactions, to transforming claims with greater speed, accuracy, and efficiency, to reimagining underwriting with deeper insights and data-driven decision making. Real-life applications and case studies will be shared to illustrate how insurers are already adopting these innovations to drive efficiency, strengthen risk assessment, and deliver greater value to customers.

Speaker: Sachin Bhat, Principal Architect, Google Cloud – APAC

Step into the future of insurance in this panel where discussions on technologies that are transforming underwriting, claims, distribution, customer experience, and risk management. Discover how companies are harnessing tools and tech to gain a competitive edge, optimize operations, and deliver smarter, faster solutions.

Moderator:
Panellists: Mr. Sainthan Satyamoorthy, Managing Director, Head of Southeast Asia, RGA

Mr. Sachin Bhat, Principal Architect, Google Cloud – APAC

Mr. Suy Channtharong, CEO, Forte Insurance (Cambodia)

Mr. Benedikt Signer, Executive Director and Board Member, SEADRIF Insurance Company

Disaster Prevention and Mitigation

Ms. Mami Mizutori – Advisor, Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Co., Ltd

3:45pm – 4:15pm : Networking Break

As healthcare demands rise across ASEAN, innovative insurance models are becoming key to ensuring access, affordability, and sustainability. This panel will examine the evolving role of health insurance in financing care – ranging from government-led schemes and private insurance innovations to inclusive microinsurance solutions. Experts will explore how digital technologies, data-driven risk pooling, and cross-sector collaboration can transform insurance systems to better support universal health coverage and resilient health systems in the region.

Moderator: Ms. Sejal Mistry –  Director, Crowell Global Advisors
Panellists: Ms. Dian Budiani, Chair, ASEAN Health & Medical Insurance Committee
Mr. Tola Ponly, CEO, Prudential Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar
Dr Warren Ong, Independent Healthcare Consultant

Closing Remarks

Sunset Cocktails & Conversations

Sponsors and Partners

Sponsorship Package

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