Moores Rowland Asia Pacific (MRAP) Annual General Meeting 2023 in Mumbai India (September 1st – 3rd, 2023)

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Moores Rowland in the Asia Pacific (MRAP) took place in Mumbai, India, from September 1-3, 2023, in Mumbai, India. This event brought together key leaders and professionals from across the region to discuss emerging trends, technological advancements, and business opportunities in the accounting and financial sectors.

DAY 1: WELCOME DINNER

The event commenced on Friday, September 1st, 2023, with a warm and engaging Welcome Dinner, offering attendees a chance to connect, network, and set the stage for insightful discussions over the next two days.

DAY 2: INSIGHTFUL DISCUSSIONS AND PRESENTATIONS

The second day of the AGM, held on Saturday, September 2nd, 2023, was packed with informative talks and engaging discussions. The session was inaugurated with welcoming words from Thomas Lee (Chairman of MRAP) and Mitesh Katira (Partner of APMH), followed by an introduction of attendees and agenda presentation by Baudouin Coomans (Secretary General of MRAP).

Key Presentations:

Robotic Process Automation for Mundane Accounting
Presented by: CA Amit Modi, APMH
This session explored how Robotic Process Automation (RPA) is revolutionizing accounting processes by reducing human intervention in repetitive tasks, enhancing efficiency, and improving accuracy.

Data Analytics Tools for Audit
Presented by: CA Murtuza Ghadiali
The presentation emphasized the growing importance of data analytics in modern auditing practices, demonstrating how advanced tools can enhance audit quality and provide deeper financial insights.

Generating Business from Property Investment in Australia
Presented by: Nitin Vashisht, Nav Accountants
This insightful talk covered: Asian high-net-worth individuals favor Australian real estate for stability and returns. Key regulations guide foreign investment, with case studies showcasing success. MRAP partners can leverage these trends for growth.

BEPS and POEM in a Global Context: Tax Planning for Corporations
Presented by: CA Hardik Mehta, APMH
This session provided a comprehensive understanding of Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) and Place of Effective Management (POEM) and how multinational corporations are strategizing their tax planning in response to global regulatory changes.

DAY 3: ANNUAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY & FUTURE OUTLOOK

The final day, Sunday, September 3rd, 2023, focused on the Annual General Assembly and future strategies for MRAP, including: Report on MRAP’s development and achievements, presented by Baudouin Coomans; Finance report covering MRAP’s financial performance and future fiscal strategies; Introduction of a new participant firm, Nobani & Marouf CPA (Amman, Jordan & Greater Middle East), expanding MRAP’s footprint in the region.

Key Presentation:

Prompt Engineering for Accounting Firms with AI
Presented by: Deepesh Madkar
This closing session delved into Artificial Intelligence (AI) and prompt engineering for accounting firms, showcasing how AI-driven solutions can optimize operations, enhance decision-making, and create efficiencies in financial services.

The MRAP AGM 2023 in Mumbai fostered knowledge exchange, business collaborations, and strategic discussions on the future of accounting, taxation, and finance in the Asia Pacific. The event reinforced MRAP’s commitment to embracing technological advancements and exploring new business opportunities, ensuring continued growth and success for its partners.

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