IBA Asia Pacific Mergers & Acquisitions Conference 2026

The IBA Asia Pacific Mergers & Acquisitions Conference 2026 is a premier event organized by the International Bar Association's Corporate and M&A Law Committee. Scheduled for April 9–10, 2026, at The Peninsula Tokyo in Tokyo, Japan, this conference brings together leading legal professionals, corporate executives, and industry experts to discuss the latest trends and challenges in mergers and acquisitions within the Asia Pacific region.

Key topics to be covered include the impact of regulatory controls on M&A activities amid the rise of Asia and the Global South, developments and opportunities in the Asian private equity market, the future of M&A in the infrastructure sector, and strategies for navigating unsolicited M&A and takeover defenses in Japan. Sessions will also delve into the general counsel's role in cross-border M&A, intellectual property considerations in global transactions, investment strategies for distressed assets, and negotiation tactics for common M&A issues.

Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with notable speakers such as Audrey Chen from JunHe LLP, Ralf Morshäuser from Gleiss Lutz, and Ronald Chen from Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz. The conference will feature a mix of panel discussions, workshops, and networking events designed to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among participants.

This conference is ideal for legal practitioners, corporate counsel, investment bankers, and professionals involved in M&A activities who seek to stay abreast of regional developments, enhance their expertise, and expand their professional networks.