JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, October 17, 2025 — The AMAN UNION, a leading professional forum for commercial and non-commercial insurance and reinsurance companies across member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), in collaboration with Swiss Re, is hosting an exclusive virtual session on ESG Sustainability Risk Management.
The event underscores the growing importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles in driving resilience and sustainable growth in the insurance and reinsurance industry.
It specifically focuses on how these principles are shaping the future of export credit and investment insurance, particularly in emerging markets.
The ESG Sustainability Risk Management webinar is designed to enhance institutional capacity among AMAN UNION members by deepening their understanding of sustainability-linked risks.
Participants will gain practical insights on integrating ESG frameworks into underwriting, portfolio management, and corporate strategy.
This initiative is part of AMAN UNION’s ongoing commitment to supporting its members in aligning with global sustainability standards while advancing the objectives of responsible finance and inclusive economic growth across the Islamic finance ecosystem.
The webinar will feature two distinguished speakers from Swiss Re — Maren Bodenschatz, Senior Sustainability Manager, and Ahmed Ayoub, Sustainability Risk Manager.
Both experts will provide in-depth analysis of current ESG trends, highlight real-world case studies, and share Swiss Re’s advanced sustainability strategies and risk management methodologies.
According to AMAN UNION Secretary General Mourad Mizouri, the event reinforces the organization’s mission to bridge knowledge gaps and strengthen the capacity of OIC member states in sustainable insurance practices.
“Sustainability is no longer an optional agenda—it is a defining pillar of resilience, competitiveness, and trust in our industry,” said Mizouri.
“Through this collaboration with Swiss Re, we aim to empower our members to better understand and manage ESG Sustainability Risk Management, strengthen institutional frameworks, and contribute to a more sustainable and inclusive global economy.”
The ESG Sustainability Risk Management session comes at a critical time as global insurers and reinsurers face mounting expectations from regulators, investors, and consumers to adopt transparent, responsible, and sustainable business models.
For AMAN UNION, the webinar represents a key step toward institutionalizing ESG practices within Islamic insurance frameworks and ensuring member companies are well-equipped to meet evolving international standards.
Swiss Re’s contribution reflects its long-standing leadership in advancing sustainability within the reinsurance sector.
The company’s experience in applying ESG principles to risk management, underwriting, and investment portfolios provides valuable lessons for insurers seeking to balance profitability with long-term environmental and social stewardship.
By convening experts, practitioners, and policymakers, the ESG Sustainability Risk Management webinar will encourage actionable dialogue and foster a shared understanding of how sustainability-driven policies can enhance operational performance, investor confidence, and regulatory compliance.
This collaboration also highlights AMAN UNION’s growing role in advancing the global conversation around sustainable insurance.
Since its establishment in 2009, the Union has consistently worked to unify efforts among insurers and reinsurers across the OIC and the Arab Investment and Export Credit Guarantee Corporation (Dhaman).
The Union continues to create platforms that facilitate cooperation, information exchange, and technical capacity-building in areas such as ESG risk, digital transformation, and Sharia-compliant insurance models.
The event further aligns with AMAN UNION’s broader mission to integrate sustainability into its strategic roadmap, enabling its members to actively contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Agreement on Climate Change.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of the Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC).
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