Asian Captive Conference 2026 To Focus On Emerging, Complex Risks
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 11 (Bernama) -- The 8th Asian Captive Conference (ACC) 2026 will focus on the role of captive insurance in helping organisations manage emerging and increasingly complex risks amid a volatile global environment.
Jointly hosted by Labuan IBFC Incorporated Sdn Bhd (Labuan IBFC Inc) and the Labuan International Insurance Association (LIIA), the conference, scheduled to take place here on Sept 10, is themed “Captives in a Volatile World: Managing Emerging and Complex Risks”.
In a statement today, the Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC) said the conference will bring together regulators, captive owners, risk professionals and industry experts from Asia and beyond to examine captive insurance as a strategic tool for managing complex risks.
“As organisations face multifaceted challenges, from climate and geopolitical disruptions to energy transition, supply-chain vulnerabilities and other emerging risks, ACC 2026 will examine how captives can strengthen resilience while providing greater flexibility and control in risk financing strategies,” it said.
Labuan IBFC said the conference will open with a welcome address by Labuan IBFC Inc chief executive officer Ben Quah, followed by a keynote address by Labuan Financial Services Authority director-general Affendi Rashdi.
“The opening programme will examine growth trends, regulatory developments and strategic opportunities shaping the regional captive sector,” it said.
A key highlight will be the flagship panel, “Unlocking Captive Potential: Regulatory Perspectives from Asia and Emerging Markets”, featuring regulators from Labuan IBFC, Hong Kong and Singapore discussing evolving regulatory frameworks, market developments and captive insurance opportunities across Asia, it added.
It said reflecting China’s growing influence in the captive insurance landscape, ACC 2026 will feature an industry dialogue on how Chinese enterprises are using captives to support cross-border expansion and manage evolving business risks.
“Experts from China, Hong Kong and Labuan IBFC will share insights into jurisdictional preferences, market dynamics and emerging opportunities for Chinese businesses,” Labuan IBFC said.
It noted that the afternoon programme will highlight developments in captive takaful and examine how emerging technologies are transforming underwriting, risk management, operational efficiency and future captive structures.
“Delegates will also explore the role of employee benefits captives in enhancing cost efficiency, improving risk management and strengthening employee value propositions.
“Concurrent breakout sessions will cater to delegates at different stages of their captive journey, including an introductory session for organisations considering a captive and an advanced session focused on diversification and optimisation strategies,” it said.
Labuan IBFC said the conference will conclude with an executive panel exploring how organisations are using captive and parametric insurance solutions to address climate-related disruptions, energy transition risks and other emerging operational challenges, followed by closing remarks from LIIA chairwoman Annie Undikai.
ACC 2026 sponsors include Principal Re Limited, Sterling Insurance Brokers Sdn Bhd, Marsh Management Services Singapore Pte Ltd and Bayes Actuarial Solutions Sdn Bhd, among others.
Members of the public can register or obtain further information by contacting the ACC Secretariat at +603 2773 8977 or events@libfc.com.
-- BERNAMA