Program and Agenda
Program Objectives
Rigor and Relevance
Deep and policy-relevant content
Stakeholder Gravity
Participation of leaders and officials
Attendee Experience
Seamless and efficient journey
Digital and Data Capability
Advanced technologies and analytics
Impact and Legacy
Tangible and long-term results
Program Objectives
Opening Session (10:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
"From Choice to Standard: The Role of Ratings in Building Global Trust"
Leadership Dialogue:
CEOs of RATING, Inbonis, and Dagong
Objectives:
Set strategic context for the forum.
Announce policy commitments from
regulatory bodies.
Emphasize importance of credit ratings.
Session 1 (11:15 AM - 12:00 PM)
"Global Rating System: Reality and Challenges"
Key Topics
Overview of major rating agencies and
methodologies.
Regional disparities and emerging markets.
Ratings and sovereign risk perception.
Resumes at (12:30 pm - 1:30 pm)
Advanced Round Tables (High-level, closed-door
sessions conducted under the Chatham House Rule
to address advanced issues and future
challenges,
with the objective of
developing practical
recommendations and joint initiatives).
Rating Q&A Booths.
Session 2 (1:30 pm - 2:15 pm)
"G-20 Countries' Experience with Ratings"
Key Topics
Lessons from the 2008 Crisis: The limitations of rating agencies' responsibilities.
National Approaches to Regulation and Oversight: The role of the national rating scale and its impact on investment and transparency.
Emerging National Rating Agencies and their experiences.
Break (2:15 pm - 2:30 pm)
Session 3 (2:30 pm - 3:15 pm)
"Correlation between Ratings and the Debt & Bond Markets"
Key Topics
Impact of ratings on bond pricing and yields.
The role of ratings in the debt instruments market, particularly for issuers.
Investor perspectives and innovation in debt products.
Break (3:15 pm - 3:30 pm)
Session 4 (3:30 pm - 4:15 pm)
"Benefits of Ratings for Public Companies"
Key Topics
Enhanced visibility and credibility.
Improved access to capital: expansion of foreign investment avenues.
Ratings and ESG considerations for public firms.
Break (4:15 pm - 4:30 pm)
Session 5 (4:30 PM - 5:00 PM)
"The Future of the Rating Industry"
Key Topics
Technological disruption: AI and alternative data.
Calls for Reform and Decentralization: Long-Term Consequences of Cross-Border Ratings.
Role of global regulatory bodies
Specialized Sessions and Closed Dialogues
1- Issuer Case Clinics
Practical guidance for companies seeking ratings for the first time.
Rating enhancement strategies.
Rating procedures
2. Regulatory Dialogues
Closed discussions between regulators and agencies.
Cross-border coordination.
Policy and standard development
3- Advanced Round Tables
High-level, closed-door sessions
(Chatham House Rule) to discuss advanced issues and future challenges, aiming to produce practical recommendations and joint initiative
Advanced Round Tables
4- Specialized Tracks
ESG and Governance Track:
Environmental, social, and governance standards.
Technology and Innovation Track: AI and data analytics.
Emerging Markets Track: Challenges and opportunities
5- Al-Assisted Matchmaking
Al technology for connecting investors and issuers.
Private meeting rooms.
Partnership and investment opportunities