Reinsurers cannot diversify sufficiently to efficiently keep peak exposures on their balance sheets. Will retrocession capacity increasingly be provided by the capital markets?

Will the increase in the severity and frequency of natural catastrophes create a problem for the industry?

Will the chain of insurance agents and brokers on both sides of the contract diminish further?

Will Solvency II lead to greater transparency and reinforce risk adequate pricing?

Should there be more lending and/or regulation of the non-bank financial sector?

Is a legislative approach appropriate to address the current rating concerns (Debt issuers shopping for the highest rating)?

"Can the established insurance industry cope responsibly with access to a fast moving, dynamic, volatile and virtually unlimited capital pool?"

"Do you feel your company is prepared for the capital challenges which global "mega risks" such as climate change will bring?"