9:00 AM |Welcoming Remarks

Jennifer Wood

Jennifer Wood

Managing Director, Global Head of Asset Management Regulation & Sound Practices

 

9:05 AM |Fundraising Trends and Regulatory Insights in the Middle East

This session will delve into the evolving regulatory landscape and capital raising trends in the Middle East, with a spotlight on the GCC countries such as Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. It will include insights on navigating compliance challenges while leveraging emerging opportunities to unlock fundraising potential in this dynamic region.
 
Muneer Khan preside

Muneer Khan

Partner, Regional Head - Middle East, Simmons & Simmons LLP

 
 

9:50 AM |Navigating UK and EU Private Placement Regulations, Trends and Access Solutions

This session will explore the pathways to accessing investors in the UK and the EU, focusing on fundraising trends, regulatory requirements, hosting platforms and the National Private Placement Regimes (NPPR). It will provide practical insights on navigating the regulatory framework and leveraging innovative solutions to unlock capital in a competitive fundraising environment. 
 

11:00 AM | BREAKOUT ONE & TWO

Australia Session [Level 11]

Japan Session [Level 12]

 

11:45 AM | BREAKOUT THREE & FOUR

Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore Session [Level 11]

Greater China, Taiwan and Hong Kong Session [Level 12]

1:00 PM | Thematic Panel: Optimising Fund Structures: Singapore Platforms and Tax Considerations

This session will explore the latest trends in fund structuring using Singapore platforms, including feeder funds. It will also look at recent tax incentives, key budget updates, and important US tax considerations for American investors investing in such platforms. It will include insights on the evolving regulatory and investment landscape.

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Jason Eng

General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer, Dymon Asia Capital

1:50 PM | BREAKOUT FIVE & SIX

UAE Freezones (ADGM and DIFC) Session [Level 11]

Muneer Khan preside

Muneer Khan

Partner, Regional Head - Middle East, Simmons & Simmons LLP

USA Session [Level 12]

Jennifer Wood

Jennifer Wood

Managing Director, Global Head of Asset Management Regulation & Sound Practices

 

2:45 PM | Thematic Panel: Latest Strategies for Fund Distribution and Capital Introduction

This session will examine successful fund distribution strategies for alternative investment managers, highlighting innovative approaches to reaching investors and scaling capital. It will also cover the most significant trends reshaping the prime broking and capital introduction industry, from technology adoption to changing investor preferences.
 
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Adi Kanthan

Head of Singapore Prime Brokerage, Morgan Stanley

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Kher Sheng Lee

Managing Director, Co-Head of APAC and Deputy Global Head of Government Affairs

3:30 PM | CLOSING REMARKS

Jennifer Wood

Jennifer Wood

Managing Director, Global Head of Asset Management Regulation & Sound Practices

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Kher Sheng Lee

Managing Director, Co-Head of APAC and Deputy Global Head of Government Affairs, AIMA