Programme
Day 01
8:00am
DELEGATE REGISTRATION (PHYSICAL) OR LOGIN TO CONFERENCE PLATFORM (VIRTUAL)
9:00am
WELCOME ADDRESS
9:05am
PLENARY 1: FUTURE-READY ECONOMIES: TRUST AND VALUE IN AN EVOLVING GLOBAL LANDSCAPE
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Synopsis
In our ever changing world, how can economies pursue future-readiness while sustaining trust and long-term value creation? As stewards of good governance, the accountancy profession has a heightened responsibility to exercise professional judgement and ethical leadership to support market confidence and public trust. Drawing on perspectives of policymakers, regulators, business leaders and accountants, this plenary explores global developments and the critical role of governance, strong institutions and professional integrity in strengthening economic resilience and enabling value-centric growth.
Speaker
Moderator
Tehmina Kaoosji
Independent Broadcast Journalist, Partner & Communications Director, The Big Picture (TBP) Communications
Panellists
Alizakri Alias
Chairman, Collektr
Dr. Ardan Adiperdana
Deputy President, ASEAN Federation of Accountants & President, IAI
Prof. Dr. Geoffrey Williams
Economist, Founder and Director, Williams Business Consultancy
Sdn Bhd
10:15am
Networking Break & Pocket Talk @ Exhibition Hall
11:00am
PLENARY 2: PREVENTING FINANCIAL MISCONDUCT: STRENGTHENING INTEGRITY THROUGH TECHNOLOGY-ENABLED ENFORCEMENT
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As business transactions become increasingly digital and complex, unethical practices are often embedded within weak systems, processes, and controls. This session explores the shift from reactive detection to proactive prevention, examining how enforcement insights, technology-enabled controls, and professional accountability can strengthen integrity across organisations. The panel will share insights on how early warning mechanisms, system design, data integrity, and ethical leadership can reduce the risk of misconduct and reinforce trust in a digital business environment.
Speaker
Moderator
Tehmina Kaoosji
Independent Broadcast Journalist, Partner & Communications Director, The Big Picture (TBP) Communications
Panellists
Alizakri Alias
Chairman, Collektr
Dr. Ardan Adiperdana
Deputy President, ASEAN Federation of Accountants & President, IAI
Prof. Dr. Geoffrey Williams
Economist, Founder and Director, Williams Business Consultancy
Sdn Bhd
12:15pm
OPENING CEREMONY
- Welcome Remarks by Puan Saniza Said, President, Malaysian Institute of Accountants
- Keynote Address by Guest of Honour
1:00pm
LUNCH BREAK | NETWORKING & POCKET TALK @ EXHIBITION HALL
2:45pm
CS1A: THE HUMAN–DIGITAL BALANCE: FROM AUTOMATION TO TRUSTED ADVISORY
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Synopsis
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation reshape business and operating models, the profession must strike the right human–digital balance to move beyond efficiency toward trusted advisory. Illustrated through real-world use cases, this session examines how organisations integrate AI into core processes with discipline and accountability—enhancing productivity while strengthening governance, risk management and trust. Guided by leadership frameworks for data governance and ethical AI, panellists will share how capacity released through automation can be redeployed toward higher-value advisory and strategic decision support.
Speaker
Moderator
Tehmina Kaoosji
Independent Broadcast Journalist, Partner & Communications Director, The Big Picture (TBP) Communications
Panellists
Alizakri Alias
Chairman, Collektr
Dr. Ardan Adiperdana
Deputy President, ASEAN Federation of Accountants & President, IAI
Prof. Dr. Geoffrey Williams
Economist, Founder and Director, Williams Business Consultancy
Sdn Bhd
CS1B: PREPARING MALAYSIA’S PUBLIC SECTOR FOR IPSASB SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING
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With the introduction of the IPSASB Sustainability Reporting Standards (SRS), public sector entities face increasing expectations to disclose climate-related risks and impacts in a consistent, credible, and decision-useful manner. With IPSASB SRS 1 effective from 1 January 2028, this session examines why Malaysia should adopt the framework and outlines a practical roadmap across ministries and agencies—covering governance, data readiness, policy alignment, and capability development for public sector accountants to enable effective, integrated sustainability reporting.
Speaker
Moderator
Tehmina Kaoosji
Independent Broadcast Journalist, Partner & Communications Director, The Big Picture (TBP) Communications
Panellists
Alizakri Alias
Chairman, Collektr
Dr. Ardan Adiperdana
Deputy President, ASEAN Federation of Accountants & President, IAI
Prof. Dr. Geoffrey Williams
Economist, Founder and Director, Williams Business Consultancy
Sdn Bhd
CS1C: SAFEGUARDING PUBLIC TRUST IN MODERN TAX SYSTEMS
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As tax administrations across Asia accelerate digitalisation through e-invoicing, real-time reporting, data analytics and AI-enabled compliance, technology is reshaping how taxes are collected and how trust in tax systems is built and sustained. This session examines how integrating digital tax design, governance and policy can strengthen legitimacy, transparency and fairness through proportional enforcement—optimising efficiency and revenue outcomes while preserving the social contract between Governments, businesses and citizens in an increasingly automated environment.
Speaker
Moderator
Tehmina Kaoosji
Independent Broadcast Journalist, Partner & Communications Director, The Big Picture (TBP) Communications
Panellists
Alizakri Alias
Chairman, Collektr
Dr. Ardan Adiperdana
Deputy President, ASEAN Federation of Accountants & President, IAI
Prof. Dr. Geoffrey Williams
Economist, Founder and Director, Williams Business Consultancy
Sdn Bhd
4:00pm
NETWORKING BREAK & POCKET TALK @ EXHIBITION HALL
4:45pm
CS2A: Stay tuned for more info
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Synopsis
With the introduction of the IPSASB Sustainability Reporting Standards (SRS), public sector entities face increasing expectations to disclose climate-related risks and impacts in a consistent, credible, and decision-useful manner. With IPSASB SRS 1 effective from 1 January 2028, this session examines why Malaysia should adopt the framework and outlines a practical roadmap across ministries and agencies—covering governance, data readiness, policy alignment, and capability development for public sector accountants to enable effective, integrated sustainability reporting.
Speaker
Moderator
Tehmina Kaoosji
Independent Broadcast Journalist, Partner & Communications Director, The Big Picture (TBP) Communications
Panellists
Alizakri Alias
Chairman, Collektr
Dr. Ardan Adiperdana
Deputy President, ASEAN Federation of Accountants & President, IAI
Prof. Dr. Geoffrey Williams
Economist, Founder and Director, Williams Business Consultancy
Sdn Bhd
CS2B: INCORPORATING SUSTAINABILITY INTO FINANCIAL REPORTING: ADDRESSING UNCERTAINTY AND JUDGMENT
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As investor and regulatory expectations rise, sustainability considerations are increasingly integral to financial reporting. On 19 December 2025, the Malaysian Accounting Standards Board (MASB) issued Disclosures about Uncertainties in the Financial Statements, with illustrative examples aligned to International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) guidance. Drawing on practical experience, this session explores how entities can use the updated guidance alongside existing risk management processes, materiality and professional judgment frameworks to address sustainability-related uncertainties and embed sustainability into financial reporting, enhancing transparency, robustness and stakeholder confidence.
Speaker
Moderator
Tehmina Kaoosji
Independent Broadcast Journalist, Partner & Communications Director, The Big Picture (TBP) Communications
Panellists
Alizakri Alias
Chairman, Collektr
Dr. Ardan Adiperdana
Deputy President, ASEAN Federation of Accountants & President, IAI
Prof. Dr. Geoffrey Williams
Economist, Founder and Director, Williams Business Consultancy
Sdn Bhd
CS2C: BALANCING GREEN AMBITIONS, SUPPLY CHAIN RESPONSIBILITY AND LONG-TERM VALUE
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As organisations pursue sustainability and decarbonisation commitments, finance leaders must align green ambitions with long-term economic value creation. This session explores how sustainability strategies influence capital allocation, investment decisions and supply chain restructuring, while assessing climate transition risks, regulatory uncertainty and carbon pricing through financial and valuation lenses. Panellists, including professional valuers, will discuss how sustainability-related risks are reflected in enterprise valuations, and the role of professional judgement and governance in balancing purpose with financial performance.
Speaker
Moderator
Tehmina Kaoosji
Independent Broadcast Journalist, Partner & Communications Director, The Big Picture (TBP) Communications
Panellists
Alizakri Alias
Chairman, Collektr
Dr. Ardan Adiperdana
Deputy President, ASEAN Federation of Accountants & President, IAI
Prof. Dr. Geoffrey Williams
Economist, Founder and Director, Williams Business Consultancy
Sdn Bhd
6:00pm
DAY 1 CONFERENCE ENDS
CS: Concurrent Session
DISCLAIMER: The Conference Organiser reserves the right to amend the programme in the best interest of the Conference. For more information on the speakers, please visit miaconference.mia.org.my
