Update
The Final Stage

Preparations to hold the XXVII Hemispheric Insurance Conference on October 24-27 are underway now in the final stage of organization. This important meeting of more then 1000 high level representatives of the continent´s insurance companies and obervers from the reinsurance and financial sector is sponsored by the Inter American Federation of Insurance Companies -

Definite Agenda Adopted

Topics related to a new vision of the insurance enterprise, its management, new products and marketing strategies, as well as the globalization and internationalization of the industry and incursion in the capital markets, will be discussed by expert international guest speakers.

Intense Business Activity Anticipated

The number of delegates registered so far and the amount of exhibition stands and hospitality suites that have confirmed is already and indication of the intense business activity that will take place during the Conference.

...and the Social Events

There will be ample opportunities for informal contacts as well during the social events, which include the opening reception and the closing dinner, both featuring a spectacular sampling of Panama´s cultural and historic heritage and its traditional hospitality. Registered spouses will also enjoy a program of visits to historic and cultural sites and shopping tours.

Important Dates to Remember

July 31. is the deadline for registering wtih the advantage of reduced fees of $750.00 for member delegates, $950.00 for observers and $300.00 for spouses. On August 1 registration fees will increase to $800.00 for member delegates, $1,100.00 for observers and $350.00 for spouses.

MAPFRE will provide free coverage

Through its international Assistance Program, MAPFRE will provide free medical and hospital insurance coverage and urgent messages relay to all registered participants.

For More Information

In connection with the program or business agenda, please contact:

Mr. Bosco Quintero
Executive Director
Panamanian Insurance Association
P.O. Box 7465, Panama 5, Panama
Tel.: (507) 225-9475 - Fax (507)225-8259
e-mail: apadea@sinfo.net

In connection with registration, hotel reservations or optional tour packages, please contact the meeting managers at the following address:

Congrexpo Internacional
Teléfono (507) 569-5655 - Fax (507)269-5680
e-mail congrexp@congrexpo.com

or visit our Web Page:
http://www.congrexpo.com/fides