Past Events

Economic Outlook for Japan in 2012

Dr. Robert Feldman, Director of Economic Research in Japan
Morgan Stanley MUFG Securities Co., Ltd.

Dr. Robert Feldman, director of economic research for Morgan Stanley Japan and one of the most respected economists in Japan, discussed the key trends and challenges facing Japan’s economy and markets.

The Eurozone Crisis: Contingency Planning in a Japanese Context

Mr. Michael Raffan, Partner and Head, Global Financial Services Group, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
Mr. James Smethurst, Partner, Financial Institutions Group, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

Two well-known banking and regulatory lawyers from Freshfields’ London office discussed the implications of the Eurozone crisis from a legal perspective.

The Agile Bank: Future Proofing Your Operating Model

Mr. Keiichi Aritomo, Partner, McKinsey & Company
Mr. Ryoma Yamamoto, Engagement Manager, McKinsey & Company

Two financial industry specialists from McKinsey discussed how financial institutions can respond swiftly to a volatile environment by learning from leading players in other industries.

Full Day Introduction to Compliance Issues for Foreign Banks

Mr. Yoshiki Uchida, President, MDP Business Advisory, Co., Ltd.

This full day course is designed for IBA member firm staff requiring an introduction to the legal, regulatory and compliance framework for foreign banks in Japan. The training combines a text-based lecture with hands-on practical case studies so that participants can increase their understanding of key compliance issues. Mr. Uchida has given this course to the IBA’s membership several times in both English and Japanese.

2011 IBA Annual General Meeting, Address by Senior Vice Minister & Reception

The IBA held its 27th AGM at the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo, welcoming nearly 80 senior executives from member firms. Following the formal meeting, Mr. Ikko Nakatsuka, Senior Vice Minister for Financial Services, gave a special address. The reception which followed was attended by over 200 people. Year after year, the reception has proven to be an excellent opportunity for individuals from all sectors of the financial services community to discuss matters of common interest in an informal setting.

The FSA’s 2011-12 Basic Inspection Policy for Banks

Mr. Kiyotaka Sasaki, Deputy Director-General, Inspection Coordination Division, FSA

Mr. Sasaki gave an overview of the new financial inspection policy for banks for 2011-12, with an emphasis on areas of particular importance for foreign banks.

An Overview of the New “Tokyo Pro-Bond Market”

Mr. Tetsutaro Muraki, President, CEO, TOKYO AIM, Inc.

Mr. Muraki gave an overview of the “Tokyo Pro-Bond Market”, a new bond market for professional investors established under the revised FIEL. He discussed the legal structure of the bond market for professional investors; features of the “Tokyo Pro-Bond Market”; and the criteria for issuers.

Recent Compensation Trends & Issues

Mr. Steve Kusumi, Head of Japan, McLagan Partners Asia, Inc.

Mr. Kusumi gave an overview of recent compensation trends and issues affecting the foreign financial services industry in Japan. He discussed recent compensation trends globally and in Japan; the regulatory environment and implications for compensation; and other emerging drivers of compensation.

An SESC Inspector’s Perspective on Key Issues Related to the System Risk Management Framework

Mr. Masahiro Fujita, Senior Inspector, Inspection Division, SESC

Mr. Fujita will discuss the system risk management framework expected for financial instruments firms from the perspective of a senior SESC inspector. He will cover the scope of system risk management, the key focuses of the FSA Supervisory Guidelines and the SESC Inspection Manual, and issues related to system risk management which are frequently found in SESC inspections, including those often found at foreign firms.

Financial Sector Regulatory and Compliance Seminar

This training seminar provided insights into: recent regulatory dynamics at the FSA and SESC; new areas of focus and the regulatory intent; expectations of internal audit and how to respond; key control issues; and practical measures for IBA member firms to use in a regulatory inspection.

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