The document discusses risk governance challenges around catastrophic events and risk transfer instruments. It uses Bogota, Colombia as a case study. It is known that Bogota faces earthquake risks and has taken mitigation measures. However, there is still uncertainty around the costs of future disasters and how losses will be paid. While compulsory insurance is proposed, the market penetration is only around 10% due to a lack of incentives and proper risk assessment. It is unclear how to make insurance mandatory and punish the uninsured.