Think Tank 2: Strategic Growth, Geopolitics & Banking Stability in an Era of Uncertainty

As geopolitical tensions, trade wars and regulatory shifts reshape financial markets, how should banks position themselves for long-term stability and growth? This Think Tank will examine the intersection of geopolitics, financial regulation and economic uncertainty—ensuring banks remain agile in an unpredictable world.

Key discussion points:

    1.Strategic Resilience to Geopolitical Instability

  • Given rising geopolitical instability, what strategic steps should banks take now to build resilience into their business models, revenue streams and risk management frameworks?
  • What scenario planning approaches should banks adopt now to proactively manage unpredictable geopolitical and economic disruptions?
  • How should banks prepare for shifts such as de-dollarisation, digital currencies and regional payment networks?
  • 2.Regulatory Stability & Proactive Strategic Compliance

  • Strategically, how should banks anticipate and proactively prepare for future regulatory shifts to remain compliant, profitable and resilient?
  • What strategies can banks adopt to proactively turn regulatory compliance into a competitive advantage rather than a reactive obligation?
  • How can banks and central banks collaborate to prevent systemic financial crises and maintain financial stability amid increasing regulatory interventions?
  • How should banks prepare for potential capital control measures and increasing regulatory scrutiny in cross-border transactions?
  • How are capital control risks and evolving cross-border regulations affecting transaction banking, trade finance and global treasury operations?
  • 3.Leveraging Geopolitical Changes for Strategic Differentiation

  • Given geopolitical uncertainty, how can banks proactively leverage their regional strengths and geopolitical positioning to strategically differentiate in the global marketplace?
  • How can banks engage with regulators to proactively manage geopolitical and economic disruptions?
  • What strategic investments, regional partnerships or Shariah-compliant models can banks explore today to turn geopolitical risks into opportunities for differentiation and growth?
  • Amid geopolitical instability, should banks divest non-core assets in volatile markets or capitalise on international expansion and M&A opportunities?