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Korea Herald
20 hours ago
- Business
- Korea Herald
2025 IDA Annual Conference Set to Illuminate Abu Dhabi
A Global Gathering of 7,000+ Financial Insurance Elites ABU DHABI, UAE, Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2025 International Dragon Award (IDA) Annual Conference will be held with grandeur from August 9 to 12, 2025 in Abu Dhabi, the dynamic capital of the United Arab Emirates and a globally renowned "City of Oil". This landmark event is set to convene over 7,000 delegates—including financial insurance elites, senior executives of insurance companies, and industry experts and scholars from across the world—to explore emerging trends, challenges and opportunities within the insurance industry. In 1998, IMM International officially established the International Dragon Award (IDA), intending to set a fair and objective benchmark for the global insurance industry and to uphold the values of "Paragon, Perfection, Nobility". After over two decades of industry engagement, the IDA has garnered widespread acclaim and respect across the industry, establishing itself as an internationally admired honor among financial insurance practitioners. Today, a number of financial insurance institutions have incorporated IDA into their corporate recognition frameworks. By 2025, over 181,000 financial insurance elites from more than 250 insurance institutions across 17 countries and regions have earned the IDA distinction, including 585 IDA Life Members and 16 inductees into the prestigious IDA Hall of Fame. This year also sees 17 outstanding sales teams receiving the esteemed "IDA Hundred-Elite Team" title. As a premier, high-caliber event of vital significance to the global insurance sector, the IDA Annual Conference celebrates the achievements of its members, while empowering financial insurance practitioners worldwide with cutting-edge industry insights, marketing expertise, and leadership philosophies. Since 2000, IMM International has hosted 24 editions of the conference in major cities across the globe—including Chiang Mai, Singapore, Seoul, Sydney, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Melbourne, Bangkok, and multiple cities in China. Its debut in Abu Dhabi in 2025 marks a significant milestone in the conference's global journey. Centered on the theme "Devotion", this year's conference will unite over 120 senior executives from insurance companies, excellent sales agency leaders, top-tier sales agents, and experts and scholars from various fields globally. Featuring over 60 high-value, in-depth sharing sessions—including 12 main sessions, 43 breakout sessions, and 10 "International Finance Outlook Forum" sessions convening financial experts and senior executives from insurance companies—the event will offer a dynamic, open, and interdisciplinary platform for meaningful exchange of ideas, driving continued prosperity and development across the insurance industry. IDA Grand Celebration: Thousands Rise to Claim their IDA Honor As the global insurance industry navigates new challenges emerging in the 2025 volatile economic climate, a resilient cohort of outstanding insurance professionals has chosen to rise against the headwinds, ultimately earning the prestigious IDA honor with their exceptional performance and unwavering resolve. As the highest tribute to the leading force of the industry, this conference has meticulously curated two signature events: "Honor Salute" and "Dragon Night". During these ceremonial sessions, more than 4,000 IDA members will stride along the Walk of Fame marked by "Paragon, Perfection, Nobility", and step proudly onto the award stage to celebrate a glorious moment shared by dedicated achievers. Guided by the ideals of the IDA honor, these distinguished IDA honorees have diligently fulfilled the noble mission of serving 36 households each year. With remarkable professional expertise and selfless dedication, they have not only provided robust insurance protections for their clients, but also exemplified the highest standards of excellence within the insurance industry. The "Honor Salute" and "Dragon Night" award ceremonies celebrate their individual achievements and highlight the enduring value of their professionalism and services. Among the many accolades, two hold particular distinction: Contributing to Industry Legacy, Forging Shared Glory: Official Announcement of Global Rankings for IDA Member Companies In 2024, the IDA released its Inaugural Official Announcement of Global Rankings for IDA Member Companies in Hong Kong, China, revealing key development trends and indicators of excellence within the global financial insurance industry. These insights provide invaluable guidance for financial insurance institutions and sales teams. For insurance institutions, the number of IDA members serves as a critical metric of productivity and quality. The presence of a greater number of IDA members within a financial insurance institution reflects its ability to evolve with the industry trends and maintain steady growth in overall performance & productivity, recruitment & training, and talent retention. To further support industry advancement, the IDA Executive Committee will release the Official Announcement of 2025 Global Rankings for IDA Member Companies at the upcoming Abu Dhabi conference. Meanwhile, the IDA Data Analytics Expert Committee has been officially established, comprising distinguished insurance professionals appointed for their expertise in industry insights and trend analysis, and renowned professionalism and credibility. These experts will collaborate with the IDA Executive Committee to contribute meaningfully to the continued advancement and excellence of the financial insurance sector. This year's official announcement also features the presentation of "IDA World Record" awards, designed to celebrate peak achievements and inspire financial insurance practitioners worldwide to benchmark against top performers, strive for continuous advancement and improvement, and ultimately create their own IDA records. The Official Announcement of Global Rankings for IDA Member Companies embodies the mission and determination of IMM International and IDA to enhance the professional competency, image, and social standing of practitioners in the global financial insurance industry. It defines clear benchmarks for enduring excellence and sustainable growth, while offering financial insurance institutions valuable reference, guidance, and support in institutional mechanisms and product development—ultimately driving the global insurance industry's transformation toward high-quality development. Moving forward, IDA will continue its steadfast commitment to fostering the prosperity, development, and advancement of the global financial insurance sector, partnering with leading institutions and exceptional professionals in their quest for unparalleled excellence.
Cision Canada
20 hours ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
2025 IDA Annual Conference Set to Illuminate Abu Dhabi
A Global Gathering of 7,000+ Financial Insurance Elites ABU DHABI, UAE, Aug. 11, 2025 /CNW/ -- The 2025 International Dragon Award (IDA) Annual Conference will be held with grandeur from August 9 to 12, 2025 in Abu Dhabi, the dynamic capital of the United Arab Emirates and a globally renowned "City of Oil". This landmark event is set to convene over 7,000 delegates—including financial insurance elites, senior executives of insurance companies, and industry experts and scholars from across the world—to explore emerging trends, challenges and opportunities within the insurance industry. In 1998, IMM International officially established the International Dragon Award (IDA), intending to set a fair and objective benchmark for the global insurance industry and to uphold the values of "Paragon, Perfection, Nobility". After over two decades of industry engagement, the IDA has garnered widespread acclaim and respect across the industry, establishing itself as an internationally admired honor among financial insurance practitioners. Today, a number of financial insurance institutions have incorporated IDA into their corporate recognition frameworks. By 2025, over 181,000 financial insurance elites from more than 250 insurance institutions across 17 countries and regions have earned the IDA distinction, including 585 IDA Life Members and 16 inductees into the prestigious IDA Hall of Fame. This year also sees 17 outstanding sales teams receiving the esteemed "IDA Hundred-Elite Team" title. As a premier, high-caliber event of vital significance to the global insurance sector, the IDA Annual Conference celebrates the achievements of its members, while empowering financial insurance practitioners worldwide with cutting-edge industry insights, marketing expertise, and leadership philosophies. Since 2000, IMM International has hosted 24 editions of the conference in major cities across the globe—including Chiang Mai, Singapore, Seoul, Sydney, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Melbourne, Bangkok, and multiple cities in China. Its debut in Abu Dhabi in 2025 marks a significant milestone in the conference's global journey. Centered on the theme "Devotion", this year's conference will unite over 120 senior executives from insurance companies, excellent sales agency leaders, top-tier sales agents, and experts and scholars from various fields globally. Featuring over 60 high-value, in-depth sharing sessions—including 12 main sessions, 43 breakout sessions, and 10 "International Finance Outlook Forum" sessions convening financial experts and senior executives from insurance companies—the event will offer a dynamic, open, and interdisciplinary platform for meaningful exchange of ideas, driving continued prosperity and development across the insurance industry. IDA Grand Celebration: Thousands Rise to Claim their IDA Honor As the global insurance industry navigates new challenges emerging in the 2025 volatile economic climate, a resilient cohort of outstanding insurance professionals has chosen to rise against the headwinds, ultimately earning the prestigious IDA honor with their exceptional performance and unwavering resolve. As the highest tribute to the leading force of the industry, this conference has meticulously curated two signature events: "Honor Salute" and "Dragon Night". During these ceremonial sessions, more than 4,000 IDA members will stride along the Walk of Fame marked by "Paragon, Perfection, Nobility", and step proudly onto the award stage to celebrate a glorious moment shared by dedicated achievers. Guided by the ideals of the IDA honor, these distinguished IDA honorees have diligently fulfilled the noble mission of serving 36 households each year. With remarkable professional expertise and selfless dedication, they have not only provided robust insurance protections for their clients, but also exemplified the highest standards of excellence within the insurance industry. The "Honor Salute" and "Dragon Night" award ceremonies celebrate their individual achievements and highlight the enduring value of their professionalism and services. Among the many accolades, two hold particular distinction: The Worldwide Chinese Life Insurance Lifetime Achievement Award, the highest honor in the global insurance field, is bestowed upon individuals who have dedicated more than 40 years to the industry, made significant contributions, and commanded wide respect. In 2025, this prestigious accolade goes to Mr. Tan Kar Hor, who has held senior executive roles such as general manager, chief executive committee, and chairman at PAMB, CITIC-Prudential Life, AIA Group and other leading insurance companies at home and abroad. His achievements serve as a source of inspiration for insurance practitioners to embrace challenges and press forward with courage. The IDA Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have earned the IDA distinction for 24 consecutive years or 30 cumulative years. These exemplary honorees are crowned with a commemorative seal as a tribute to their steadfast commitment and pioneering spirit in the insurance profession. Contributing to Industry Legacy, Forging Shared Glory: Official Announcement of Global Rankings for IDA Member Companies In 2024, the IDA released its Inaugural Official Announcement of Global Rankings for IDA Member Companies in Hong Kong, China, revealing key development trends and indicators of excellence within the global financial insurance industry. These insights provide invaluable guidance for financial insurance institutions and sales teams. For insurance institutions, the number of IDA members serves as a critical metric of productivity and quality. The presence of a greater number of IDA members within a financial insurance institution reflects its ability to evolve with the industry trends and maintain steady growth in overall performance & productivity, recruitment & training, and talent retention. To further support industry advancement, the IDA Executive Committee will release the Official Announcement of 2025 Global Rankings for IDA Member Companies at the upcoming Abu Dhabi conference. Meanwhile, the IDA Data Analytics Expert Committee has been officially established, comprising distinguished insurance professionals appointed for their expertise in industry insights and trend analysis, and renowned professionalism and credibility. These experts will collaborate with the IDA Executive Committee to contribute meaningfully to the continued advancement and excellence of the financial insurance sector. This year's official announcement also features the presentation of "IDA World Record" awards, designed to celebrate peak achievements and inspire financial insurance practitioners worldwide to benchmark against top performers, strive for continuous advancement and improvement, and ultimately create their own IDA records. The Official Announcement of Global Rankings for IDA Member Companies embodies the mission and determination of IMM International and IDA to enhance the professional competency, image, and social standing of practitioners in the global financial insurance industry. It defines clear benchmarks for enduring excellence and sustainable growth, while offering financial insurance institutions valuable reference, guidance, and support in institutional mechanisms and product development—ultimately driving the global insurance industry's transformation toward high-quality development. Moving forward, IDA will continue its steadfast commitment to fostering the prosperity, development, and advancement of the global financial insurance sector, partnering with leading institutions and exceptional professionals in their quest for unparalleled excellence.
Mid East Info
2 days ago
- Business
- Mid East Info
Abu Dhabi Named Host City for the Prestigious 2025 International Dragon Awards (IDA) Annual Conference - Middle East Business News and Information
More than 7,000 delegates are expected during the four-day event in August, driving increased visitor growth to Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi, August 2025: The Abu Dhabi Convention and Exhibition Bureau (ADCEB), part of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, will host the highly anticipated 2025 International Dragon Awards (IDA) Annual Conference from 9 – 12 August 2025 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. This landmark gathering, set to welcome over 7,000 delegates, including financial insurance elites, senior executives of insurance companies, and industry experts and scholars from around the globe, underscores Abu Dhabi's growing prominence as a leading destination for major international events. Established in 1998, the IDA Conference is a premier gathering that celebrates excellence and upholds the values of the global insurance industry. The conference provides an unparalleled platform for financial insurance practitioners to explore emerging trends and opportunities, address challenges, and foster knowledge exchange and professional development. H.E. Saleh Mohamed Al Geziry, Director General for Tourism at the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, said: 'The 2025 IDA Conference is set to reinforce the emirate's position as a premier global hub for professional events. As part of our MICE strategy, we focus on events that generate long-term value, by filling hotels, activating venues, and creating networking and investment opportunities for local enterprises, in line with Abu Dhabi's Economic Vision 2030. This event will not only attract a large number of delegates but also drive meaningful economic activity across the key sector of global insurance and finance. The IDA Conference will serve as a catalyst for business growth, knowledge exchange, and international partnerships, further elevating Abu Dhabi within the global business tourism landscape.' Attendees can look forward to more than 60 in-depth knowledge sharing sessions, including 12 main sessions, 43 breakout sessions, and 10 International Finance Outlook Forum sessions. Abu Dhabi's selection as host city marks a significant milestone in the IDA's global journey, following successful editions in major cities worldwide, including Dubai in 2015, which attracted over 6,000 delegates. With world-class venues likes ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi and Etihad Arena, rapidly expanding hotel capacity, and exceptional connectivity through Zayed International Airport, Abu Dhabi is the ideal destination for the MICE industry. Abu Dhabi is committed to building a legacy through every event it hosts – and to being a place where global conversations turn into real progress. About the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) drives the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi's culture and tourism sectors, fuels economic progress and helps achieve Abu Dhabi's wider global ambitions. By working in partnership with the organisations that define the emirate's position as a leading international destination, DCT Abu Dhabi strives to unite the ecosystem around a shared vision of the emirate's potential, coordinate effort and investment, deliver innovative solutions, and use the best tools, policies and systems to support the culture, creative and tourism industries. DCT Abu Dhabi's vision is defined by the emirate's people, heritage and landscape. We work to enhance Abu Dhabi's status as a place of authenticity, innovation, and unparalleled experiences, represented by its living traditions of hospitality, pioneering initiatives and creative thought.
ABC News
5 days ago
- General
- ABC News
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Irish Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Health
- Irish Daily Mirror
Chikungunya virus symptoms, spread and what to know as 7,000 infected in China
A mosquito-borne virus that has infected more than 7,000 people across 13 cities in southern China is prompting measures similar to those taken during the Covid pandemic - despite not being contagious between humans. The chikungunya virus, which causes fever, joint pain, headaches and muscle aches, is spreading rapidly across Guangdong province, just north of Hong Kong. Chikungunya is typically uncommon in China, but infections soared after an imported case was detected in Foshan city on July 8, which has since become the worst-affected area, reports New York Times. In Foshan city patients diagnosed with chikungunya are required to remain in hospital under mosquito net protection and can only be discharged after testing negative or completing a mandatory week-long stay, according to a translation of Chinese news outlet NF News. Authorities in Guangdong are doing door-to-door inspections checking for stagnant water - where mosquitos breed - and warning that those who fail to comply can be fined or face criminal charges for "obstructing the prevention of infectious diseases", as outlined in a government flyer translated by the Times. A drone sprays insecticide on August 1, 2025 in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province of China (Image: China News Service via Getty Images) Other measures include releasing mosquito-eating fish into ponds, spraying pesticides, deploying drones to spot breeding sites and even introducing giant "elephant mosquitoes" whose larvae devour the virus-carrying kind. While the current outbreak is centred in Asia, Ireland has recorded a travel-related case of the virus in the past. According to the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC), the most recent known Irish case was in 2016, involving a person who had recently returned from Kenya. Chikungunya is classed as a notifiable disease in Ireland - meaning health officials must report suspected cases to authorities. While it cannot be transmitted person-to-person, the virus can be passed to humans through the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito, which are usually found in the warmer parts of the world, especially Asia, the US and the Mediterranean Basin. What is Chikungunya? The HPSC said: "Chikungunya is a viral infection caused by the Chikungunya virus, an Alphavirus and member of the Togaviridae family. Chikungunya fever is a notifiable disease in Ireland." What are the symptoms ? The HPSC said: "The time between being bitten by an infected mosquito and developing symptoms ranges from 1 to 12 days, with an average of three to seven days. "The main symptoms are fever, joint pain, muscle pain and headache. Joint pains are a characteristic symptom. Bleeding from the nose or gums may happen, particularly in children. "While most cases recover without complications, some people may develop a more chronic phase with persistent joint pains. Recovery may take several weeks for these patients, coinciding with extreme tiredness. Younger people tend to recover in a matter of a one or two weeks while middle-aged and elderly tend to take one to three months for full recovery." How is it spread? The HPSC said: "Chikungunya fever is transmitted to humans by biting Aedes mosquitoes, such as A. aegypti, A. albopictus and A. polynesiensis. These are tropical and subtropical mosquitoes found in the warmer parts of the world, especially Asia, the United States and the Mediterranean Basin. " Where does it occur? The HPSC said: "Chikungunya is commonly found in East Africa, Southeast Asia and in the Indian sub-continent. In summer 2007, an outbreak was reported in the Emilia-Romagna region of North-East Italy, and this region is now considered an area where Chikungunya virus transmission takes place. The most recent cases of Chikungunya in Italy have occurred between June and October 2017 in Rome, the coastal region of Anzio and Latina. "One case of chikungunya was reported in Ireland during 2016, with a recent travel history to Kenya." What do I need to do if I visit an area with Chikungunya? The HPSC said: "Travellers to affected areas are advised to prevent mosquito bites. Pregnant women, immunosuppressed people and people suffering from a severe chronic illness should consult their physicians prior to the travel in order to assess their risk and get recommendations on personal preventive measures. "All travellers to countries where Chikungunya occurs should take the following steps to prevent mosquito bites: Use of anti-mosquito devices (insecticide-treated bed nets, spray, repellents) Mosquito repellent based on a 30% DEET concentration is recommended. Pregnant women and children under the age of 12 years should consult a physician or pharmacist before use. For newborn children under three months, repellents are not recommended and insecticide-treated bed nets and protective clothing should be used instead. Wear long sleeves and trousers." .Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.
