Apr 2021 Issue No.288
New Governing Committee
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he Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on 30 April 2021 approved the formation of the new Governing Committee of the Federation for 2021/2022 as follows:
Chairman Mr Edward Moncreiffe
Deputy Chairman Ms Winnie Wong
Members Mr P L Chan Mr Damien Green Mr Eric Hui Mr Mike Lee Ms Orchis Li Mr Ivan Tam Ms Sally Wan Mr Derek Yung
HKFI being the PSI Supporting Institution
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KFI has become a supporting institution of the United Nations Environment Programme’s Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) as the newest supporting institution of the Principles for Sustainable Insurance (PSI). We are delighted to join the list of reputable organisations to support the PSI and its meaningful vision. With the common goal of promoting green and sustainable insurance, the dedicated Task Force set up on the subject is working in four directions under the green agenda. Going forward, we will play a facilitating role in ensuring the sustainable development of our industry by embracing this long-term global agenda for our community.
Joint Subcommittee on Issues Relating to Insurance Coverage for Transport Sector
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n 7 April 2021, HKFI representatives joined the sec ond meeting held by the Joint Subcommittee on Issues Relating to Insurance Coverage for the Transpor t Sec tor of the Legislative Council. We explained the prevailing problems faced by insurers and suggested some viable solutions to tackle the pain points in different stages of the value chain. We stand ready to work in collaborative efforts with the lawmakers, the Administration, IA and the public transport sector. Further discussion will take place in early May on measures to eradicate insurance frauds and champerty relating to the transport sector.
HKFI Elite Talent Development Pilot Programme
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his is the first-ever mentorship programme launched by the HKFI with an aim of passing down the business wisdom and profound experience of the insurance veterans to the younger generation. The pilot programme is well received by our members. 17 pairs of mentor-mentee have been matched. In the next 12 months, mentees will make good use of this opportunity to learn and gain substantial insights from their seasoned mentors through the Programme.
More details are available at the official website (www.hkfi.org.hk/etdprogramme/).