CIMA Middle East

Are you ready for IFRS 18?
With one of the biggest changes to financial reporting taking effect on 1 January 2027, now is the time to prepare for a smooth transition.
Join the AICPA & CIMA Middle East and Pakistan Area Committee for an insightful webinar exploring the key requirements of IFRS 18, implementation challenges, and practical steps to help your organisation get ready with confidence.

Date: Saturday, 5 September 2026
Time: 11:00 AM (KSA) | 1:00 PM (PST)
Format: Online Webinar
Registration:The invitation email has been sent to active members. If you are an active member and would like to join, please contact [email protected].

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Congratulations to the 690 students who successfully passed the May 2026 CGMA Case Study Exams across the Asia-Pacific region!

Each pass represents the dedication, resilience, and determination you've demonstrated throughout your CGMA journey.

This achievement marks a significant milestone and brings you one step closer to earning the prestigious CGMA designation.

We are proud to celebrate your success and look forward to seeing you continue to grow as the next generation of finance and business leaders. Here's to your continued success and future accomplishments!

Congratulations once again from all of us at AICPA & CIMA.

Introducing our APAC Regional Engagement Groups for 2026/2027!

From Southeast Asia and Australasia to MESANA, our Regional Engagement Groups help bring local perspectives to a global profession, creating stronger connections between members, employers, students, and future leaders. We're excited to showcase the talented individuals who will be representing their regions over the coming year.

Congratulations to all members and thank you for your commitment to the profession.

👉 Swipe through to meet the newly appointed members.

Thank you to everyone who joined our webinar, Challenges and Opportunities for Finance in the Age of AI, on 9 July, featuring Aubrey Joachim, FCMA, CGMA.

Drawing on insights from the Rise2040 – Shaping the Future of Finance and Accounting report, which captures the perspectives of 6,000 finance professionals globally, Aubrey explored how AI is transforming the finance profession, the evolving role of finance leaders, the skills required for future success, and how organisations can effectively manage a workforce that combines human and agentic intelligence.
The session also introduced Rise Navigator, AICPA & CIMA's AI platform designed to help finance professionals navigate the future of work.

We appreciate the insightful questions and active participation throughout the discussion.

Only 8 seats remaining.

Bringing together influential leaders from Axium Industries, Maybank Group, Microsoft Malaysia and Malaysia Petroleum Management, this Executive Dialogue explores how finance leaders can harness technology to create greater business value.

21–24 September 2026 | Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur
Good news for Malaysia participants: The programme is HRDC claimable.

Register now: https://web-eur.cvent.com/event/dd55e476-d2d7-4504-bf6c-21332c902555/summary

Only 8 seats left for CGMA Leadership Academy Asia 2026.

Over four immersive days, participants will gain exposure to some of today's most critical leadership and business challenges, from AI-enabled finance and supply chain resilience to boardroom influence and C-suite leadership.

Highlights include industry immersion visits, executive panel discussions, leadership workshops, and networking with senior finance and business leaders from across Asia.

21–24 September 2026 | Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur

Good news for Malaysia participants: the programme is HRDC claimable.

Register now: https://web-eur.cvent.com/event/dd55e476-d2d7-4504-bf6c-21332c902555/summary

Andrew Harding, FCMA, CGMA, Chief Executive – Management Accounting, spoke with Ada Derana News in Colombo on how the accounting and finance profession is preparing for the next era recently during his visit to Sri Lanka recently. This wide-ranging conversation touched on RISE2040, the growing role of AI in shaping how finance and accounting professionals work, and the importance of trust as the profession takes on a more strategic role in business and society. Andrew also spoke about the next generation of finance talent in Sri Lanka, and the opportunities ahead as the country continues its economic recovery.

Watch the full conversation here: https://youtu.be/zdDmGp6vgMg

We are delighted to announce that Alfred Ramosedi, FCMA, CGMA, has been elected as the 93rd President of CIMA and the 11th Co‑Chair of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants.

As he takes up the role, Alfred has set out a clear vision for the future of the profession, built on trust, innovation, and opportunity: “The choices we make today – how we earn trust, embrace technology, lead through uncertainty and complexity, and invest in the next generation – will shape the future of finance and accounting. If we get those choices right, we will not simply keep pace with change; we will define it.” We also extend our sincere thanks to John Graham, FCMA, CGMA, for his leadership and service to the profession.

👉 Read the full announcement: https://bit.ly/4gnkVuG

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