• Johnny Adji, Head of Alternative Investments, Mercer Asia
• Sumit Bhandari, Lead Portfolio Manager, Asia Private Credit, Allianz Global Investors
• Justin Hooley, Managing Director, Barings’ Asia Pacific Private Finance Group
• Benjamin Fanger, Managing Partner, ShoreVest Partners
• Ngoc Nguyen, Deputy Editor (Vietnam), DealStreetAsia [Moderator]

Driven by diversification and alternative sources of return amid shifting macroeconomic dynamics, private credit is evolving from niche to mainstream. What are the strategies and innovations proving most effective? How will the asset class navigate rising competition and ensure strong deal origination?