KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Financial Planning Council (MFPC), as the lead organiser, successfully hosted the Virtual Industry Forum: Professionalism and 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 and 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.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, 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 focus on et
hical governance was particularly timely, given the complex challenges that professionals face in emerging markets. Each session was designed to deepen understanding and provide practical insights into maintaining high ethical standards in financial planning.

The roundtable discussion was a highlight of the forum, offering a platform for experts to share their perspectives and experiences. This interactive session allowed for a comprehensive exchange of ideas, emphasizing the importance of ethical governance in fostering sustainable growth in the financial sector.

The collaboration among MFPC, AFA, FPAM, and MFPAA underscored the collective commitment to advancing professionalism and ethics in the industry. The successful execution of the virtual forum demonstrated the adaptability and resilience of the financial planning community in leveraging technology to facilitate meaningful discourse on critical issues.