The important role played by the insurance industry in our society, and more so the opportunity the occasion provides for members of the industry to share with clients and friends valuable information about the industry warrant the celebration of "Insurance Week".

The companies that constitute the insurance sector need to examine periodically the progress made over the years the effectiveness of policies implemented so far and the new directions to be taken to ensure that all who have contributed to the success enjoyed in this field to date - clients, employees and investors - are best served.

And so as the activities planned for "Insurance Week" unfolds and the business insurance of the industry is highlighted we will no doubt be able to examine the many commendable accomplishments in the insurance field over the years and will be also informed as the goals for future achievement.