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IAIS CEET Regional Seminar
Navigating Longevity Risk: The Role of Insurance in an Ageing Society

Event type

two days event sponsored by the IAIS, consisting of conference open for public and of regional seminar designated only for representatives of CEET supervisory authorities

Date

15 October and 16 October 2026

Venue

Conference:
Národná banka Slovenska
Congress Hall
Imricha Karvaša 1
813 25 Bratislava

Regional seminar:
Národná banka Slovenska
Meeting room on 30th floor
Imricha Karvaša 1
813 25 Bratislava

Travel information

We recommend flying to either Bratislava Airport (BTS) or Vienna International Airport (VIE). Vienna typically offers a wider range of flight options and connections.

From Vienna Airport, there are frequent and comfortable direct bus services to Bratislava, with a travel time of approximately 50 minutes, as well as taxi services.

Within Bratislava, you can easily get around using the public transport network (buses, trams, and trolleybuses) or taxi services such as Uber and Bolt to reach the venue and explore the city.

Accomodation

All the information regarding the accommodation are available in the attached brochure.

Bratislava Hotels

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Agenda

Conference + Seminar Agenda

522.18 kB
O národnej banke, IAIS CEET Regional Seminar - Navigating Longevity Risk: The Role of Insurance in an Ageing Society

IAIS Central, Eastern Europe and Transcaucasia (CEET) Seminar

Conference: This conference, as integral part of IAIS CEET Regional Seminar, will explore the implications of increasing life expectancy for retirement systems, insurance markets, and public policy. Bringing together representatives of international organisations, supervisory authorities, policymakers, and industry experts, the event will focus on longevity risk, financial resilience, sustainable retirement solutions, and the role of insurance in supporting ageing populations. Discussions will cover global, regional, and national perspectives, highlighting supervisory approaches, policy developments, and cooperation between public and private stakeholders in building sustainable solutions for an ageing society.

Regional meeting: The IAIS Central, Eastern Europe and Transcaucasia (CEET) Regional Seminar will provide a platform for supervisory authorities and experts to exchange views on the growing importance of long-term care products in ageing societies. Discussions will focus on market readiness, product development, policy measures to strengthen both supply and demand, and the role of insurance in addressing future care needs. The seminar aims to foster regional dialogue and share practical approaches to supporting sustainable long-term care markets.

Agenda
  • Conference Navigating Longevity Risk: The Role of Insurance in an Ageing Society

    15 October 2026
    National Bank of Slovakia – Congress Hall
    Imricha Karvaša 1, 813 25 Bratislava
    8.30 – 9.00

    Venue: NBS Foyer

    Registration
    9.00 – 9.05

    Venue: NBS Congress Hall

    Start of the CONFERENCE – Navigating Longevity Risk: The Role of Insurance in an Ageing Society
    Welcome speech

    Vladimír DVOŘÁČEK, Member of the NBS Bank Board and Executive Director, National Bank of Slovakia (NBS)

    9.05 – 9.20

    Venue: NBS Congress Hall

    Opening speech

    Kamil ŠAŠKO, Minister of Health of the Slovak Republic

    9.20 – 10.45

    Venue: NBS Congress Hall

    The Role of Supervisory Authorities in Addressing Longevity Challenges

    Overview
    With ageing populations, supervisory authorities play an important role in ensuring insurance markets respond effectively to longevity risks. This includes monitoring and assessing products such as reverse mortgages and long-term care insurance, while addressing broader challenges related to housing, care provision, and financial security in older age. The session will discuss how supervisors can support sustainable solutions while safeguarding consumers and financial stability.

    Moderator:
    Júlia ČILLÍKOVÁ, Executive Director, National Bank of Slovakia

    Speakers:
    Daniela HERZOG, Head of Unit, Conduct of Business Supervision Division, Financial Market Supervision Department, Czech National Bank (ČNB), Czech Republic
    Martina ANDEXLINGER, Head of the Insurance and Pension Funds Supervision Division, Financial Market Authority (FMA), Austria
    Martina VERIĆ, Member of the Management Board, Financial Services Supervisory Agency (HANFA), Croatia
    Erwann BORGAT, Head of Insurance International Division, French Prudential Supervision and Resolution Authority (ACPR), France

    10.45 – 11.15

    Venue: NBS Foyer in front of the
    Congress Hall

    Coffee break
    11.15 – 12.45

    Venue: NBS Congress Hall

    International Perspectives on Longevity

    Overview
    This panel discussion will bring together international perspectives from IAIS and OECD on the challenges and opportunities associated with longevity risk in ageing societies. It will focus on key policy trends, the evolving role of insurance, and the importance of coordination between public and private sectors in ensuring sustainable retirement systems.

    Moderator:
    Joe PERRY, Senior Policy Advisor, International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS)

    Speakers:
    Brendan KENNEDY, Chair of the Technical Committee, International Organisation of Pension Supervisors (IOPS), and Pensions Regulator, Pensions Authority of Ireland
    Carine PILOT, Pensions Team Leader, European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA)
    Jessica MOSHER, Policy Analyst, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
    Ali HAMANDI, Senior Economist, The World Bank

    12.45 – 14.00

    Venue: NBS Foyer in front of the
    Congress Hall

    Lunch
    14.00 – 15.30

    Venue: NBS Congress Hall

    Regional Perspectives on Longevity

    Overview
    This panel discussion will highlight key challenges and opportunities in the local context, including the role of insurance and supplementary pensions in supporting long-term financial security. The discussion will also address practical experiences, market developments, and the importance of cooperation between stakeholders in
    responding to demographic change.

    Moderator:
    Miroslav KOTOV, Chair, Association of Pension Management Companies

    Speakers:
    Matej BOBOVNÍK, Adviser to the Minister of Health of the Slovak Republic
    Martin KAŇA, Executive Director, Slovak Insurance Association
    Martin ŠUSTER, Member of the Council for Budget Responsibility, Slovak Republic

    15.30 – 15.45
    Concluding remarks and end of conference

    Joe PERRY, Senior Policy Advisor, International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS)

    17.00

    Venue: Old Town, Bratislava

    Sightseeing Tour of Bratislava starting at NBS

    Group departure for the tour – meeting point: Foyer, NBS

  • IAIS CEET Regional Seminar

    16 October 2026, Bratislava
    National Bank of Slovakia – 30th floor
    Imricha Karvaša 1, 813 25 Bratislava
    8.30 – 9.00

    Venue: NBS 30th floor

    Registration
    9.00 – 9.05
    Start of the IAIS CEET Regional Seminar

    Júlia ČILLÍKOVÁ, Executive Director, National Bank of Slovakia

    9.05 – 9.25

    Venue: NBS 30th floor

    Welcome speech and IAIS Regional Priorities and Roadmap 2026-2027

    Gorazd ČIBEJ, Managing Director, Insurance Supervision Agency of Slovenia and Coordinator of the CEET Region

    9.25 – 10.30

    Venue: NBS 30th floor

    Long-Term Care Products: Are Markets Ready for Population Ageing?

    Klime POPOSKI, Professor, University St. Kliment Ohridski
    Topic: Longevity and the Demand for Life Insurance in Central and Eastern European Countries

    Tour de table

    Overview
    This session will focus on the current state of the market for long-term care products and its readiness to respond to the challenges of an ageing population. It will examine existing product offerings, market gaps, and barriers to development, as well as emerging trends and innovations aimed at strengthening financial protection in later life. The discussion will highlight whether today’s solutions are sufficient to meet growing care needs and where further efforts are required.

    10.30 – 11.00

    Venue: NBS Foyer, 30th floor

    Coffee break
    11.00 – 12.15

    Venue: NBS 30th floor

    Policy Approaches to Strengthening Supply and Demand in Long-Term Care

    Mojca ROME, Chair of the Advisory Committee on Proportionality, European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA), and Insurance Supervision Agency, Slovenia

    Overview
    This session will examine practical steps to strengthen both supply and demand for long-term care products in the context of demographic change. It will explore how ageing populations are reshaping the insurance sector, influencing product design,affordability, and uptake. The discussion will address key barriers on both the supply and demand side and highlight potential measures to support wider adoption and sustainable market growth.

    12.15 – 12.45

    Venue: NBS 30th floor

    Concluding Remarks

    Gorazd ČIBEJ, Managing Director, Insurance Supervision Agency of Slovenia and Coordinator of the CEET Region

    12.45 – 14.00

    Venue: NBS Foyer, 30th floor

    Lunch
    14.00
    End of the CEET Regional Seminar

Audio and video recordings of the event will be made and may be used by Národná banka Slovenska for promotional and documentation purposes. If you have any questions in this regard, please email them to dpo@nbs.sk.

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