Over 240 senior executives from the international insurance industry are gathering in Croke Park today at the European Insurance Forum (EIF), a leading conference for the re/insurance sectors.

Attendees will hear from global industry leaders, regulators and political commentators on key topics affecting the sector such as Brexit, geopolitical risks and the low interest rate environment. 
 
First hosted in 1999, this year’s event is under the umbrella of Insurance Ireland and is a major part of the efforts to promote Ireland as a location for insurance and reinsurance business. 
 
The key themes being discussed include:
The Low Yield World – how is the industry coping in the current low interest environment
The Changing Tax Landscape – how will BEPS, CCCTB, future UK Tax strategy and potential US tax reforms impact on the industry
Brexit impacts for Irish and the global industry
Technology – the trends, the hype and the cultural lag 
 
Speaking ahead of the conference, Insurance Ireland CEO Kevin Thompson said, "With one in four jobs in financial services in Ireland being in insurance, this event is also about getting out a positive message about Ireland’s benefits as a location for insurance investments post-Brexit. Brexit is both a major challenge and opportunity for the industry and Insurance Ireland is keen to promote Ireland’s strengths, including the deep pool of insurance talent."

Source: www.businessworld.ie