The eighth Sharm El-Sheikh Insurance Forum has started in Egypt, organized by the Egyptian Insurance Companies Association in Sharm El-Sheikh from November 15 to 17. The forum is being held under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouli, the Financial Regulatory Authority, and the Ministries of Finance and Tourism and Antiquities. The event aims to support professional dialogue and exchange of experiences between different insurance markets.

The forum's eighth edition is a continuation of efforts to enhance the international presence of the event and expand participation. The program includes specialized sessions on key issues such as health insurance, investment portfolio management, supply chain resilience, and risk management. These sessions provide a platform for professional discussion and exchange of experiences among participants.

The forum has attracted a wide range of participants, including leaders and experts from the insurance and reinsurance industry, as well as representatives from institutions and companies operating in the sector from various regional and international markets. The event's organizers, including the Egyptian Insurance Companies Association, have expressed their welcome to the participants and delegations from different countries.

On the second day of the forum, a "Go Green" initiative will be launched in Sharm El-Sheikh to promote sustainability and environmental responsibility. The day's activities will also include the official opening ceremony, the signing of cooperation protocols, and the honoring of certain individuals and entities. Two specialized sessions will be held, focusing on comprehensive health insurance in Egypt and investment portfolio management.

The forum's program on its second day includes discussions on "The equation of comprehensive health insurance in Egypt: where does health insurance fit in?" and "Investment portfolio management in the face of new variables and challenges." These sessions aim to shed light on investment opportunities and challenges in the current economic context.

On the third and final day of the forum, four specialized sessions will be held to discuss strategic issues related to the future of the insurance industry. The sessions will focus on building a more resilient future for supply chains, enhancing the resilience of health insurance, proactive risk management, and developing competencies and institutional culture.

The forum will conclude with a closing ceremony, during which the winners of the sports competition and the Azza Arifien research competition will be announced and honored. The event aims to support excellence, innovation, and scientific research, and to promote communication among those working in the sector.

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  • The eighth Sharm El-Sheikh Insurance Forum brings together industry leaders and experts to discuss key challenges and opportunities in the insurance sector.

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