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Thursday, May 7, 2026
Registration and Breakfast - Day 1 - International Insurance Forum 2026
Registration and Breakfast
8:00 AM

Rock Creek Ballroom, Ballroom Level

NAIC President’s Welcome - International Insurance Forum 2026
NAIC President’s Welcome
9:00 AM
Armchair Chat: In Conversation - International Insurance Forum 2026
Armchair Chat: In Conversation
9:15 AM
Presentation 1 - Day 1 - International Insurance Forum 2026
Presentation
9:30 AM
Break 1 - Day 1 - International Insurance Forum 2026
Break
9:55 AM
Panel 1: Regulation in the New Era of Finance - International Insurance Forum 2026
Panel 1: Regulation in the New Era of Finance
11:00 AM

The finance industry is changing. With this transformation comes changes to the regulatory landscape that must adapt to new business models and investments. Panelists will address how they are adjusting to these changes and what they see moving forward.

Lunch - International Insurance Forum 2026
Lunch
12:00 PM

Regency Ballroom BCD, Ballroom Level

Panel 2: Financial Literacy – Increasing Access in an Age of Connectivity - International Insurance Forum 2026
Panel 2: Financial Literacy – Increasing Access in an Age of Connectivity
1:10 PM

Financial services and tools have never been more accessible than they are right now; however, vast amounts of people remain disconnected when it comes to understanding basic tenants of finance and maintaining financial health. Panelists will discuss their efforts to connect with consumers regarding financial literacy, and the role insurance plays in a person’s overall financial health.

Presentation 2 - Day 1: The Development of Microinsurance in the Global Markets - International Insurance Forum 2026
Presentation: The Development of Microinsurance in the Global Markets
2:00 PM
Panel 3: Health and Technology – Collecting Data, Reducing Risk - International Insurance Forum 2026
Panel 3: Health and Technology – Collecting Data, Reducing Risk
2:25 PM

Health insurers have been on the forefront of technology as questionnaires, surveys, and other apps help guide consumers towards a healthier lifestyle. While these applications allow people to better manage their health, the concentrated data can be problematic in the event of a breach or potential misuse. Panelists will discuss the development of technology in the health lines, its benefits, while balancing the need for privacy.

Break 2 - Day 1 - International Insurance Forum 2026
Break
3:15 PM
In conversation: Global Asia Insurance Partnership - International Insurance Forum 2026
In conversation: Global Asia Insurance Partnership
3:50 PM
Panel 4: Cyber Security and Operational Risk – Staying One Step Ahead - International Insurance Forum 2026
Panel 4: Cyber Security and Operational Risk – Staying One Step Ahead
4:10 PM

While cybercrime is on the rise, so is cyber resilience and relevant consumer and employee education. Panelists will discuss key initiatives and policies that are helping the industry stay one step ahead, and the products they are using should an emergency occur.

Welcome Reception - International Insurance Forum 2026
Welcome Reception
5:00 PM

Rock Creek Ballroom Foyer

Friday, May 8, 2026
Registration and Breakfast - Day 2 - International Insurance Forum 2026
Registration and Breakfast
8:00 AM

Rock Creek Ballroom, Ballroom Level

Welcome Remarks - International Insurance Forum 2026
Welcome Remarks
9:05 AM
In Conversation: IAIS Leadership - International Insurance Forum 2026
In Conversation: IAIS Leadership
9:15 AM

IAIS Executive Committee Leadership will discuss key developments in the IAIS work programme. The session will conclude with a Q&A with the audience.

Fireside Chat: Stability and Innovation: Delivering Societal Resilience - International Insurance Forum 2026
Fireside Chat: Stability and Innovation: Delivering Societal Resilience
10:15 AM

This fireside chat between Siham Ramli, IAIS ExCo Vice Chair, Judi French SSC Co-Chair and Farzana Badat, SSC Co-Chair will explore the interplay between financial stability and innovation as foundational pillars for building societal resilience. The conversation will touch on the IAIS’ initiatives to contribute to fostering global resilience in an evolving landscape, covering follow-on work on structural shifts in the life insurance sector, recovery and resolution as well as the IAIS’ priorities on AI, cyber, and financial inclusion - key highlights of the SSC’s work program for 2026.

Break - Day 2 - International Insurance Forum 2026
Break
10:45 AM
Panel 5: Addressing Natural Catastrophe Protection Gaps - International Insurance Forum 2026
Panel 5: Addressing Natural Catastrophe Protection Gaps
11:15 AM

The increasing frequency and severity of weather-related events highlight the urgent need for global dialogue and collaboration to address protection gaps. This panel will examine the importance of multi-stakeholder initiatives in driving action across key areas, fostering innovative solutions to strengthen resilience and close protection gaps worldwide.

Closing Remarks - International Insurance Forum 2026
Forum Concludes
12:15 PM