Unlocking Regional Opportunities With Labuan IBFC: Cross-Border Investment Structuring And Business Expansion
2024 marks the 50th anniversary of Malaysia-China Diplomatic ties. Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC) stands as a key player alongside Hong Kong and China, seamlessly complementing cross-border investment structuring and fostering business expansion across the region. Both parties are actively engaged in efforts to broaden and enhance their current trade, investment, and economic partnerships, a dedication highlighted by the significant total trade amounting to MYR105.09 billion (USD23.03 billion) in 2023.
Labuan IBFC will host a masterclass titled “Unlocking Regional Opportunities with Labuan IBFC: Cross-Border Investment Structuring and Business Expansion” on 24th April 2024 at 4pm in Hong Kong. This masterclass will showcase how Labuan IBFC acts as a catalyst for seamless cross-border investments. Our panel of speakers will shed light on the unique features that make Labuan IBFC an appealing option for businesses. Additionally, the discussion will unveil the distinctive approach of Labuan IBFC in formulating innovative investment structures, encompassing Islamic offerings, such as holding companies, special purpose vehicles (SPVs), comprehensive solutions for investment management, risk management, and wealth management.
Labuan IBFC will host a masterclass titled “Unlocking Regional Opportunities with Labuan IBFC: Cross-Border Investment Structuring and Business Expansion” on 24th April 2024 at 4pm in Hong Kong. This masterclass will showcase how Labuan IBFC acts as a catalyst for seamless cross-border investments. Our panel of speakers will shed light on the unique features that make Labuan IBFC an appealing option for businesses. Additionally, the discussion will unveil the distinctive approach of Labuan IBFC in formulating innovative investment structures, encompassing Islamic offerings, such as holding companies, special purpose vehicles (SPVs), comprehensive solutions for investment management, risk management, and wealth management.
Join us as we uncover the unparalleled opportunities Labuan IBFC offers for businesses and investors looking for a regional presence. The masterclass will be followed by a networking cocktail reception to connect industry professionals, share insights and foster valuable relationships. Secure your spot now and be part of a dynamic event that goes beyond knowledge-sharing, extending into a collaborative networking experience.
Seats are on a first-come, first-served basis. For further inquiries, please contact us at events@libfc.com.
Seats are on a first-come, first-served basis. For further inquiries, please contact us at events@libfc.com.
Speakers
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Datuk Iskandar Mohd Nuli, Executive Chairman cum CEO, Labuan IBFC Inc.
Datuk Iskandar Mohd Nuli, Executive Chairman cum CEO, Labuan IBFC Inc.
Datuk Iskandar is the Deputy Director General of Labuan Financial Services Authority (Labuan FSA). He is currently serving as the Executive Chairman cum CEO of Labuan IBFC Inc. effective 1 February 2022.
He commenced his career in Bank Negara Malaysia and was seconded to Labuan FSA in 1996. Cumulatively, Datuk Iskandar has over 30 years of experience serving in financial services regulatory and supervisory agencies.
He brings to his current role a wealth of related knowledge and experience and leads a dedicated and professional team in Labuan IBFC Inc. that is focused on driving strategic business initiatives to further develop Labuan IBFC.
The appointment of Datuk Iskandar reflects the continuous commitment of Labuan FSA and the Government to position Labuan IBFC as a thriving business and financial centre under the next phase of its development. -
Dato' Lawrence Liu, Deputy Chairman, MAYCHAM Hong Kong & Macau
Dato' Lawrence Liu, Deputy Chairman, MAYCHAM Hong Kong & Macau
Dato’ Lawrence Liu hails from Batu Pahat, Johor. He has been living in Hong Kong since 1985, where he arrived looking to jumpstart his career as a newly minted accountant from London, UK. He has held key positions in several large companies, initially starting out as a CFO from which he transitioned into a general manager before ultimately becoming an entrepreneur and starting his own business.
Lawrence is the Director of Galaila International Co. Ltd., a company which exports leather and frozen beef from South American to China. He is also the Operator of Sunway Pyramid’s Digital Centre, a collection of retail outlets specializing in mobile devices and computing products.
Lawrence is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). In addition, he holds a Joint Executive MBA from Kellogg-HKUST as well as a Master of Science degree in eCommerce Management from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST).
Lawrence is married with two sons. His wife is a practicing solicitor operating under the name Kong & Tang Solicitors and a China-Appointed Attesting Officer. -
Datuk Chin Chee Kee, Board of Directors Labuan IBFC Inc., Chairman, Association of Labuan Trust Companies (ALTC)
Datuk Chin Chee Kee, Board of Directors Labuan IBFC Inc., Chairman, Association of Labuan Trust Companies (ALTC)
Datuk Chin Chee Kee is currently the Executive Chairman of Noblehouse International Trust Ltd. And Managing Partner of CK Chin PLT, Chartered Accountants.
He is a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants, CA (M), a fellow of The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, United Kingdom, - (FCCA), a Fellow of the Chartered Tax Institute of Malaysia (FCTIM), an Associate Fellow of Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers (Associate Fellow AICB), a member of the International Tax Planning Association (ITPA) and a Registered Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP).
He is also the Chairman of the Association of Labuan Trust Companies and a director of Labuan IBFC Inc. Sdn Bhd. He was appointed a Justice of the Peace by the Governor of Sabah on September 16, 1997.
He also practices as an approved company auditor and an approved tax agent in the accounting firm of CK Chin PLT in Malaysia since 1987.
He has 35 years of experience in cross-border tax planning and has been involved in the offshore trust industry and corporate secretarial work for the past 30 years. -
Mdm Doreen Fadli, Board of Directors Labuan IBFC Inc., Head of Business Policy, Labuan FSA
Mdm Doreen Fadli, Board of Directors Labuan IBFC Inc., Head of Business Policy, Labuan FSA
Doreen is the Head of Business Policy at Labuan FSA. She is responsible for the formulation of developmental policies to promote businesses in Labuan IBFC. She is also on the insurance and risk assessment task forces at the authority. Prior to joining the business policy unit, she was head of the licensing department there.
Doreen is an Associate Member of The Malaysian Insurance Institute and a Member of the Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers. She holds an MBA from Universiti Malaysia Sabah and a Bachelor of Accountancy with Honours from Universiti Teknologi Mara. She also holds certificates in AML/CFT and a Diploma in MII. -
Mr. Nor Rashidi Mohamad, Board of Directors Labuan IBFC Inc., Chairman, Association of Labuan Banks (ALB)
Mr. Nor Rashidi Mohamad, Board of Directors Labuan IBFC Inc., Chairman, Association of Labuan Banks (ALB)
Appointed as General Manager and Chief Executive Officer of Maybank International Labuan on July 1st, 2021. A seasoned banker with almost 28 years of experience. Diverse banking background from retail to global and a wealth of experience in international banking and strategic management.
He is a registered Chartered Accountant with Malaysia Institute of Accountant, Malaysia. He graduated with a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from Northern University, Malaysia and a Degree in Accountancy from University Malaya. In addition, he also holds the Certified Credit Professional Certification awarded by the Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers (AICB). -
Mr. Roy Sharma, Board of Directors Labuan IBFC Inc., Chairman, Labuan International Insurance Association (LIIA)
Mr. Roy Sharma, Board of Directors Labuan IBFC Inc., Chairman, Labuan International Insurance Association (LIIA)
Roy S Sharma is the Principal Officer and Managing Director of an international reinsurance company based in Kuala Lumpur office. Other than being the country manager for Malaysia he is also responsible for developing and assisting their clients in Asia in certain specialized areas of insurance. His specialized areas include among others Political, Project & Credit Risk Insurance, Professional Indemnity, Management Liability Insurance, Financial Lines Insurance, Casualty Insurance, Extended Warranty Insurance and Affinity & Niche Solutions.
He read law in the City of London and was called to the Malaysian Bar as an Advocate & Solicitor. He started his career in the insurance industry in 1994 as an Insurance Broker and joined Antah Sedgwick Chartered Insurance Brokers, thereafter he joined, Aon Risk Services Malaysia and Aon Risk Services Singapore. In April 2006 Roy then joined Arthur J Gallagher Asia (L) Bhd a reinsurance broker that was rebranded as Asia Reinsurance Brokers (Labuan) Ltd in 2008 after a management buy out and was its MD since 2007.
Roy is a sought after speaker in his area of specialization. He has presented a variety of papers in many conferences and conducted many training seminars for insurance companies and insurance buyers around the region.
Roy is also the President Commissioner of PT ARB Indonesia and a Board member of ARB’s parent company. Roy is the current Chairman of the Labuan International Insurance Association. -
Mr. Lai Voon Keat, EXCO, MAYCHAM Hong Kong & Macau, Managing Partner, M.B. Kemp LLP
Mr. Lai Voon Keat, EXCO, MAYCHAM Hong Kong & Macau, Managing Partner, M.B. Kemp LLP
Voon’s particular set of professional skills isn’t quite covered by the label “senior corporate/commercial lawyer”. He suggests the daily reality is somewhere between “Legal Doctor” and “Commercial Co-Strategist”.
To his client roster, which includes upper management and entrepreneurs across a breadth of industries, Voon’s business-minded approach frequently makes him more of a trusted long-term consigliere than an ad-hoc legal advisor.
As Managing Partner at KEMP, his attitude sets the tone for the firm’s working ethos: effective legal representation takes a holistic long view of a client’s commercial prospects and goals. An MBA and stint as a management consultant early in his career enable him to look at the most involved legal questions through a commercial lens.
With 28 years’ practice under his belt, he’s an authority on international corporate finance, capital markets, M&A, commercial contracts and the dynamic growth field of technology law. He founded Stephenson Harwood’s technology practice in China, and went on to do the same for UK capital markets and private wealth.
Putting his Big Law portfolio and expertise to work for every client, in a lean and agile setting that fosters trust and long-term partnership – Voon is happy to be leading the KEMP tribe.
Event Details
Date:
24 April 2024
(Wednesday)
Time:
4.00pm - 6.15pm
Address:
The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong
3 Ocean Dr, Aberdeen
Hong Kong
