Welcome Speech by Session Chair - Ageing Asia Policy Roundtable: Improving Affordability of Ageing and Extending Health Spans

Overview

As the global population continues to age, governments are facing the dual challenge of maintaining healthcare quality while ensuring affordability. The Ageing Asia Policy Roundtable brings together thought leaders and policy experts to explore strategies for managing the rapidly growing ageing population. Sessions will address critical issues such as healthcare access, social protection, economic productivity, and the development of sustainable aged care systems. The roundtable will offer insights into innovative approaches and frameworks designed to enhance the wellbeing of older persons and prepare societies for the future.

Meet The Speaker

Mr Arthur Koumoukelis

Australia

Chairman, The Vasey Housing Association, Partner, Thomson Geer
Arthur Koumoukelis is a partner at Thomson Geer Sydney specialising in the aged care, retirement and seniors living communities. Adviser to the seniors living sector since 1995, he has advised major and smaller for profit and not for profit providers, Arthur has applied his industry, legal and business acumen to act as a director for a number of charities. He currently sits on the board of The Vasey Housing Association and Diabetes Australia Ltd. He has been consistently awarded Best Lawyer since 2011. Arthur has acted in major court decisions and landmark developments including Grandton Applecross Perth, The Kokoda Residences, Hyegrove Developments, Mark Moran Vaucluse and Watermark Harbord Diggers. He has also advised investors in South East Asia

FEATURED AT

The World Ageing Festival 2025

This talk was part of the Ageing Asia Innovation Forum — a premier platform at the World Ageing Festival 2025 where global leaders, innovators, and policymakers convene to explore forward-thinking strategies that are shaping the future of ageing.

The World Ageing Festival is Asia’s largest gathering of stakeholders in the ageing ecosystem. It serves as a platform for global knowledge exchange, cross-industry collaborations, and sector partnerships to accelerate new projects and innovations in ageing. Learn more about the festival and upcoming programmes below.