Finance pros cannot escape geopolitics in a changing world, says deputy finance minister
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22 — Finance professionals must adapt to a rapidly changing global landscape shaped by geopolit...
Finance professionals must adapt to a rapidly shifting global landscape driven by geopolitical changes, climate concerns, artificial intelligence and trust issues, according to Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong. In his keynote address at the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants Leadership Exchange Forum 2026, Liew stressed that architects of financial structures cannot ignore the influence of geopolitics.
He urged accountants to enhance their knowledge of geopolitics and geoeconomics to tackle future challenges. Liew also highlighted the importance of supply chain resilience, as businesses have long taken for granted the automatic movement of goods via container ships. He stressed that accountants must now consider alternative sources of raw materials and contingency plans for supply chain disruptions.
Climate and sustainability issues are also unavoidable for accountants, who must develop methods to measure and manage these aspects. Moreover, Liew noted that businesses need to adapt their practices to fully leverage the benefits of artificial intelligence in finance. The Leadership Exchange Forum, themed "Finance as Architect: Aligning Policy, Practice and Technology in the Age of AI," brings together various stakeholders to explore how AI and data are transforming the finance function and its role in promoting business growth.
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