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Geopolitical Instability and the Future of Risk Management: Navigating Uncertainty with Innovation
In a compelling discussion, Tin Lau, Chief Risk Officer at Mirae Asset Securities, explores the impact of geopolitical instability and macroeconomic shifts on risk management strategies. Offering his unique "three doctors approach," Lau emphasizes the need for creativity and adaptability in navigating uncertain
Apr 22, 2025
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Tin Lau, Chief risk officer, Mirae Asset Financial Group
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Tin Lau, CRO of Mirae Asset Securities, shares insights on the evolving landscape of risk management in light of geopolitical instability and shifting macroeconomic conditions. He highlights how these changes are creating new challenges for financial institutions, urging them to think beyond traditional risk models.

Lau introduces a “three doctors approach” to navigating these uncertainties. The first stage, inspired by Dr. Feynman, encourages understanding complex problems by simplifying them for easier communication and continuous learning. The second stage, influenced by Dr. Strange, focuses on creative scenario analysis to model risk, recognizing that traditional methods are no longer sufficient in today’s volatile environment. Lastly, the Dr. Who stage stresses the importance of temporal awareness in evaluating the long-term impacts of geopolitical events, such as the strategic shifts caused by significant political figures.

Lau also discusses the broader implications of deregulation, particularly in the context of the changing regulatory landscape in the U.S. and Europe. He emphasizes the challenge financial institutions face as they adapt risk frameworks to navigate different regulatory environments while maintaining compliance across diverse global markets.

Tin Lau Bio

My experience includes challenging and diverse roles within asset management investment banking financial services regulation and the audit of financial services. I am qualified as: a Chartered MSCI a Fellow Chartered Global Management Accountant Barrister of England and Wales. My first degree was a Masters in Computer Systems Engineering which was dual honours in electronic engineering and computer science. My dissertation was in the computational analysis of multicompartmental pharmacokinetic mathematical models. In addition I have also renewed my machine learning skills by means of Andrew Ngs Deep Learning course. I have also given speeches on behalf of the FCA on prudential regulation and represented the UKs interests at IOSCO and various ESAs.

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