Episode 179: Delil Khairat - Introduction to Reinsurance

This is episode #179 of EGN Leadership Conversations: The Untold Secrets of the C-Suite by Nick Jonsson, featuring Delil Khairat, Managing Director of Indonesia Re. In this insightful episode, Delil dives deep into the fascinating world of reinsurance, offering listeners a clear and comprehensive understanding of its fundamentals, importance, and role in strengthening global financial systems.

Reinsurance, often referred to as “insurance for insurers,” plays a critical yet underappreciated role in the stability of the global economy. Delil begins by explaining how reinsurance works — as a mechanism that allows insurance companies to share risk, protect capital, and ensure long-term resilience against large-scale losses. From natural disasters to economic crises, reinsurance serves as the backbone that enables insurers to continue supporting businesses and individuals even after catastrophic events.

Drawing on his extensive experience in the industry, Delil breaks down key strategies and processes that define the reinsurance ecosystem. He explores different types of reinsurance agreements — including proportional, non-proportional, and facultative arrangements — and illustrates how they help insurance companies maintain liquidity and solvency.

Throughout the conversation, Delil also touches on the global implications of reinsurance, including its influence on economic recovery, sustainability, and climate risk management. He emphasizes how reinsurance not only mitigates financial losses but also drives innovation by encouraging insurers to take on more diverse and specialized risks.

For professionals looking to deepen their understanding of the financial services sector, this episode serves as both an educational primer and a strategic guide. Delil’s practical insights make complex topics accessible, while his leadership perspective highlights the critical role of collaboration, trust, and foresight in managing risk effectively.

🎧 Tune in to discover how reinsurance shapes the foundation of modern insurance, supports economic resilience, and continues to evolve in response to new global challenges. Whether you’re a newcomer or an industry veteran, this episode will broaden your perspective on one of the most essential pillars of financial stability.

Contact Delil Khairat to collaborate with him:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/delilkhairat/

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