A2ii-IAIS Dialogues
A2ii-IAIS Public Dialogue - Index Insurance Innovations, Challenges, and Regulatory Trends

Access to Insurance Initiative (A2ii), in partnership with International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS) , invites all interested stakeholders to a Public Dialogue on index insurance and climate risk. This webinar will bring together industry representatives and regulators from diverse regions to discuss current trends in index insurance regulation. Key topics will include evolving regulatory approaches, consumer protection measures, and the role of technology in ensuring product reliability. Additionally, the discussion will highlight the limitations of index insurance, such as basis risk, data quality concerns, and the challenges of ensuring affordability and accessibility.
By fostering dialogue between regulators and industry experts, the webinar aims to identify regulatory best practices that balance innovation with consumer protection. Participants will gain insights into the opportunities and constraints shaping the future of index insurance in addressing climate risks.
The Public Dialogue will take place on April 30, 2025, at 10:00 CET via Microsoft Teams. The event will be conducted in English and open to all interested participants. Speakers will include representatives from IAIS, industry experts, and insurance supervisors from emerging markets and developing economies from Asia and Africa.