Introduction
CLARITY, CONSISTENCY & SUSTAINABILITY
CA Maldives is proud to present the IFRS Forum 2025, continuing its tradition of convening technical forums that serve as cornerstones for the accounting and auditing profession in the Maldives. Building on the success of previous editions, this year’s forum reaffirms our commitment to fostering excellence, innovation, and global alignment in financial reporting practices.
This year, the forum offers a dynamic platform for professionals and aspiring practitioners to engage with the latest developments and practical applications of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Through expert-led discussions, interactive sessions, and collaborative knowledge sharing, participants will gain critical insights into emerging trends, regulatory shifts, and the evolving demands of a globalized financial landscape.
This year’s program features technical deep dives into current and forward-looking topics, with contributions from experts at the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) and regional standard-setting bodies. Together, we will explore transformative approaches to financial reporting and reaffirm our collective commitment to advancing the Maldivian accounting and auditing ecosystem.
Topics covered:
•IFRS S1 and S2: A model Case Study on Metrics and Targets
• IFRS for SMEs
•IFRS 18: Presentation of Financial Statements
•IFRS 9: Expected Credit Loss (ECL) Modelling with Illustration
•Updates to IFRS Standards and Future Agenda
Event Details
Venue
Villa Nautica, Maldives
Date
29 November 2025 | Saturday(1 Full Day)
Time
08:00 –
16:30
Speakers
Mr. Andreas Barckow
Chair, IASB
Ms. Hagit Keren
Member, IASB
Mr. Jerad Dias
Founder, Minds Global Academy (Pvt Ltd) / Consultant, Faris & Co LLP
Mr. Iyaz Waheed
Assistant Director of Statutory Compliance, Universal Enterprises
Mr. Shazaad Ninzer
Director, Climate Change & Sustainability Services, Global Assurance, KPMG
Ms. Fahima Mohideen
Manager, Climate Change & Sustainability Services, Global Assurance, KPMG
Ms. Callishia Fernando
Senior Manager, Climate Change & Sustainability Services, Global Assurance, KPMG
Mr. Raditha Alahakoon
Partner of KPMG in Sri Lanka and the Maldives, Head of KPMG's Department of Professional Practice
Agenda
Date: 29th November 2025 | Saturday
Venue: Villa Nautica, Maldives
07:30 – 08:30
Arrival and Registration of Participants & Guests
08:30 – 08:35
Recitation of Holy Qur’an
Ms. Aminath Nasha
08:35 – 08:45
Remarks by the President of CA Maldives
Mr. Mohamed Haleem Abdulla, President, CA Maldives
08:45 – 08:55
Speech by the Chief Guest
Mr. Mohamed Hussain Maniku, CEO, Capital Market Development Authority
08:55 – 09:00
Remarks by the Vice President of CA Maldives
Mr Ali Faris Mohamed, Vice President, CA Maldives
09:05 – 09:30
Key Note Speech by IASB Chair
Dr Andreas Barckow, Chair, IASB
09:30 – 09:50
Morning Tea & Networking
09:50 – 10:50
IFRS 18: Presentation of Financial Statements
Speaker
Ms. Hagit Keren, Member, IASB
10:50 – 11:50
IFRS 9: Expected Credit Loss (ECL) Modelling with Illustration
Speaker:
Mr. Raditha Alahakoon, Partner of KPMG in Sri Lanka and the Maldives, Head of KPMG’s Department of Professional Practice
11:50 – 13:00
Lunch and Prayer Break
13:00 – 13:30
Updates on IFRS Standards and Future Agenda
Speakers
Dr. Andreas Barckow, Chair, IASB
Ms. Hagit Keren, Member, IASB
13:30 – 14:30
IFRS for SMEs, Navigating the 2025 Updates
Speaker:
Mr Jerad Dias, Founder, Minds Global Academy (Pvt Ltd) / Consultant Faris & Co LLP
14:30 – 14:45
Coffee Break
14:45 – 15:45
IFRS S1 and S2: A model Case Study on Metrics and Targets
Speakers:
Mr Shazaad Ninzer, Director, Climate Change & Sustainability Services, Global Assurance, KPMG
Ms Fahima Mohideen, Manager, Climate Change & Sustainability Services, Global Assurance, KPMG
Ms Callishia Fernando, Senior Manager, Climate Change & Sustainability Services, Global Assurance, KPMG
15:45 – 16:30
Motivational Speech
Mr. Iyaz Waheed, Keynote Speaker
16:30 – 16:40
Closing Remarks
Mr. Ibrahim Fazeel, Council Member, CA Maldives
16:40 – 16:55
Photo Session & Networking
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