^{A group portrait of the MFPC core organising team, presenters, moderators, and panellists from the Virtual Industry Forum: Professionalism & Ethics 2024, following a successful event that promoted conversations on "Ethical Governance in Emerging Markets."}


KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Financial Planning Council (MFPC), as the lead organiser, successfully hosted the Virtual Industry Forum: Professionalism & Ethics 2024, themed “Ethical Governance in Emerging Markets,” on November 28, 2024. Co-organised in collaboration with the Association of Financial Advisers Malaysia (AFA), Financial Planning Association of Malaysia (FPAM), and Malaysian Financial Planners & Advisers Association (MFPAA), the event was held on MFPC’s virtual platform and brought together over 1,200 participants, including industry leaders, financial planning professionals, academics, and international attendees.
 
This year’s forum featured prominent speakers, moderators, and panellists who addressed ethical governance, corporate responsibility, and legal perspectives in financial planning and emerging markets. The event consisted of four sessions, culminating in a roundtable discussion with insights from experts across various industries.
 
The forum began with a welcome address by Mr. Andy Ng Yen Heng, President of MFPC, who emphasised the importance of ethical governance in financial planning and the role of professional bodies in maintaining integrity across industries.
 
The forum featured three speaker’s sessions, starting with Ms. Sujatha Sekhar Naik (Malaysian Institute of Corporate Governance), who emphasised the pivotal role of governance frameworks in fostering sustainable growth in emerging markets. Datuk Wira Ismitz Matthew De Alwis (Kenanga Investors Group) then explored ethical dilemmas faced by capital market professionals and presented actionable solutions. Followed by Dr. Syed Adam Alhabshi (Raja, Darryl & Loh), who shared case studies highlighting legal challenges and the necessity of maintaining high ethical standards in governance.
 
In the next session, a distinguished panel of experts, including Mr. Rizal Mohamed Ali (Permodalan Nasional Berhad), Tuan Haji Abdul Aziz Peru Mohamed (as-Salihin Trustee Berhad), and Ms. Wong Su Kuin (Securities Industry Dispute Resolution Centre), participated in a roundtable discussion, which was moderated by Mr. Ameer Ali Bin Vali Mohamed (Yayasan Pembangunan Ekonomi Islam Malaysia). The conversation centred on how ethical values may be incorporated into governance, emphasising how they can help emerging economies develop resilience and trust.
 
The forum concluded with closing remarks by Mr. S.K. Samy, Chairman of the Ethics and Compliance Board of MFPC, reiterating MFPC’s unwavering commitment to promoting ethical standards within the financial services industry.
 
 
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Malaysian Financial Planning Council (MFPC) 
Established in 2004, MFPC is dedicated to advancing the financial planning profession in Malaysia. Providing recognized financial planning qualifications, including Registered Financial Planner (RFP) and Shariah RFP, MFPC ensures adherence to high professionalism standards through Best Practice Standards and a Code of Ethics. The council actively addresses financial literacy issues with initiatives like "My Money and Me" workshops, contributing to the nation's progress through financial empowerment. Recognized with prestigious awards, MFPC reflects a commitment to excellence and innovation
 
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