Labuan IBFC

28/09/2026

As Asia’s financial landscape becomes increasingly interconnected, Labuan IBFC is strengthening its role as a gateway for cross-border finance, fintech and global investment.

Discover how its innovative and well-regulated ecosystem is connecting businesses, capital and opportunities across the region in The World Financial Review article “Labuan IBFC: A Nexus for Regional Financial Connectivity”.

Read the full article at https://tinyurl.com/ykm8bhwx

24/09/2026

It was wonderful catching up with our media friends over lunch in Kuala Lumpur yesterday.

The gathering was a meaningful opportunity for us to express our sincere appreciation for the media’s continued support in telling the Labuan IBFC story and highlighting our role as Asia’s premier international financial hub.

We are truly grateful for the trust, partnership and valuable support you have extended to us over the years. Your contributions have played an important role in strengthening awareness and recognition of Labuan IBFC.

We look forward to nurturing this meaningful relationship and continuing to work closely together towards many more milestones ahead.

Thank you for being an important part of our journey.

24/09/2026

A new chapter in strengthening Malaysia’s position as a regional financial gateway.

Labuan IBFC Inc. and TRX City (TRXC) signed an MoU to deepen collaboration between Malaysia’s two international financial centres and advance their shared vision of “1 Ecosystem, 2 IFCs.”

The partnership brings together the complementary strengths of Labuan IBFC and TRXC to support greater regional investment, business connectivity and capital flows across Asia.

Under the MoU, both parties will explore opportunities across:
• Joint market development initiatives
• Knowledge-sharing and research
• Promotional and business development activities
• Investment facilitation

Together, these efforts aim to create clearer pathways for businesses and investors to tap into the complementary capabilities of both financial centres, while enhancing Malaysia’s proposition as a connected and competitive regional financial hub.

As businesses increasingly diversify their operations across Asia, the need for integrated ecosystems that connect market access, capital, talent and specialised financial capabilities continues to grow.

This collaboration marks an important step towards building stronger connections between Malaysia’s two IFCs and creating greater opportunities for businesses looking to grow regionally and internationally.

23/09/2026

It was a pleasure welcoming Zaihan Johani of Iskandar Regional Development Authority (IRDA) and Rozy Abd Rashid of the Invest Malaysia Facilitation Centre Johor to our office.

The visit provided a valuable opportunity to exchange insights and explore potential areas of collaboration between Labuan IBFC and Johor’s statutory body and investment facilitation agency, particularly in supporting the growing flow of investment from ASEAN companies into Malaysia.

Our discussions also highlighted the value of Labuan IBFC’s captive insurance, leasing and incorporation solutions, as well as its role as a strategic jurisdiction for businesses looking to facilitate cross-border growth and strengthen their regional and international footprint.

We appreciate the engaging and constructive discussions and look forward to deepening our collaboration in advancing innovative financial solutions and supporting businesses as they expand across the region.

23/09/2026

In his latest interview with BusinessToday Malaysia, Ben QUAH, CEO of Labuan IBFC Inc., shares his insights on how Labuan IBFC continues to evolve, remain competitive and strengthen its position as a preferred international financial centre in Asia.

The interview explores key developments shaping the region’s financial landscape, including:
· Shifting investment flows and growing interest from ASEAN, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East

· Labuan IBFC’s value proposition and regulatory strengths in facilitating cross-border business and investment

· The rapid growth of digital finance and the opportunities driven by financial innovation

· Its comprehensive Shariah-compliant finance ecosystem, supporting the growing demand for Islamic financial solutions

· Emerging opportunities in captive insurance, wealth management and sustainable finance

The interview offers an insightful look at the opportunities, challenges and how Labuan IBFC is positioning itself to support the next phase of Asia’s financial growth.

Read the full interview at https://tinyurl.com/mw52tbfu.

Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC) is seeing growing interest from Middle Eastern institutions and wealthy investors seeking access to ASEAN, as assets across the jurisdiction reached US$94 billion in 2025, Chief Executive Officer Ben Quah said. According to Quah, the M...

18/09/2026

The Labuan IBFC team recently caught up with the management team at Cradle Fund including Group CEO Norman Vanhaecke and SVP Juliana Jan to discuss driving growth across Malaysia’s technology startup ecosystem.

Key areas of collaboration explored:
• Fintech Acceleration: Creating pathways for Cradle-backed fintechs to secure digital licenses and cross-border structures

• Regional Scaling: Helping both Malaysian and regional startups build the infrastructure needed to expand into ASEAN markets

• Regional VC Connectivity: Bridging international investors with regional tech startups

• Leveraging Labuan IBFC: Utilising Labuan IBFC’s offshore structures, tax incentives, and Islamic finance to boost early-stage funding

We see immense potential in combining capital, robust regulatory frameworks, and talent to empower the next generation of startups.

Thank you to the Cradle Fund team for the warm welcome and productive session.

18/09/2026

What makes Labuan IBFC a reliable and promising international financial centre?

It starts with a strong commitment to international standards, sound governance, transparency, and robust prudential supervision.

As the jurisdiction’s regulator, Labuan Financial Services Authority - Labuan FSA plays a key role in upholding high regulatory standards and aligning Labuan IBFC with evolving global best practices.

Its participation in nine international organisations and professional networks further strengthens regulatory cooperation, knowledge-sharing and alignment across areas including financial stability, AML/CFT, securities, insurance, Islamic finance and corporate transparency.

• International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS)
• Group of International Insurance Centre Supervisors (GIICS)
• International Islamic Financial Market (IIFM)
• Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB)
• Group of International Finance Centre Supervisors (GIFCS)
• Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering (APG)
• International Organisation of Securities Commissions (IOSCO)
• Financial Action Task Force (FATF)
• Corporate Registers Forum (CRF)

Together, these strengths reinforce market integrity, responsible growth and confidence among investors, businesses and international partners.

https://tinyurl.com/cn6xb75v

International Membership

15/09/2026

"Malaysia MADANI: Kesejahteraan Dinikmati"

Celebrating the spirit of unity, resilience and excellence that continues to drive our nation forward.

Wishing all Malaysians a Happy Malaysia Day from all of us at Labuan IBFC.

14/09/2026

The 8th Asian Captive Conference (ACC) 2026 was a resounding success.

Together with the Labuan International Insurance Association (LIIA), we were delighted to welcome over 300 delegates from around the world, bringing together industry leaders and professionals for meaningful discussions, valuable insights, and knowledge-sharing on the evolving risk landscape and innovative risk management solutions.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our sponsors and partners for their invaluable support and contribution to the success of ACC 2026.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this year’s conference a truly memorable and impactful event.

The ACC 2026 post-conference press release is now available at https://tinyurl.com/bdcrpywa.

We look forward to continuing the conversation and shaping the future of captive insurance and alternative risk financing across Asia and beyond.

10/09/2026

Live from the 8th Asian Captive Conference (ACC) 2026

We’re here at the Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club Convention Centre (KLGCC), Malaysia, where the much-anticipated ACC 2026 is officially underway.

It’s exciting to reconnect with the industry leaders, risk professionals, regulators, insurers, brokers, captive managers and delegates from across Asia and beyond coming together to exchange insights, explore emerging trends, and discuss the evolving role of captive insurance in today’s dynamic risk landscape.

The energy in the room is incredible, and the strong turnout and support from the industry are truly encouraging. It reflects the growing interest in captive insurance and alternative risk financing solutions across Asia.

See you at the conference.