12th Annual IBA World Life Sciences Conference
03 Jun - 01 Aug 2026
Lisbon , Portugal
IBA Law Firm Management Committee Academy for Leaders
27 Jul - 30 Jul 2026
London , England
IBA Rule of Law Forum on enforcement or erasure: non-refoulement
30 Jul 2026 0100 - 0200 BST
Webinar
Recent trends and enforcement priorities in Latin American competition law: insights from Argentina, Brazil, Colombia and Mexico
04 Aug 2026 1500 - 1600 BST
Webinar
IBA Women Lawyers’ networking breakfast – Women in practice: an Asia Pacific perspective
26 Aug 2026
Singapore
IBA Asia Pacific Arbitration Group Symposium: international arbitration in a fragmented world - geopolitics, sovereign immunity, and new paths to resolution
26 Aug 2026
Singapore
Publications
Solving ground-level problems from 500km up: the rise of Africa’s space economy
Africa’s space economy is rapidly evolving from state-led initiatives into a dynamic ecosystem driven by private companies, startups and continental coordination under the African Space Agency. Leveraging satellite technologies for agriculture, climate resilience, connectivity and disaster management, the sector is reshaping development priorities and positioning Africa as both a consumer and creator in the global space market.
Released on Jul 21, 2026
Cross-border labour and employment law trends in a changing global landscape
As borders blur and workforces go global, the rules governing labour and employment are caught in a relentless race to keep pace. From the gig economy’s defiance of traditional employment classifications to the seismic shifts triggered by remote work, multinational enterprises and workers alike now navigate a labyrinth of overlapping, often conflicting legal regimes. Employment contracts, social security obligations and data governance frameworks are emerging as key areas which will require systematic re-examination in light of this evolving workforce structure.
Released on Jul 20, 2026
Pay transparency in Italy: Legislative Decree No. 96/2026 – employer obligations, enforcement and strategic implications
Italy’s Legislative Decree No. 96/2026 entered into force on 7 June 2026, transposing Directive (EU) 2023/970 on pay transparency and the enforcement of equal pay. This article outlines the new employer obligations, the enforcement structure and the strategic challenges for Italian business, and identifies the points at which the national legislator has narrowed the Directive’s reach. The analysis also draws on early Italian commentary published in Norme & Tributi Plus Lavoro (Il Sole 24 Ore), June 2026.
Released on Jul 20, 2026
Labour and employment trends and developments in Indonesia
Indonesia’s labour and employment regulations is entering a new phase of adjustment, marked by recent measures on online transport workers, outsourcing, domestic workers, and the preparation of a new employment law following Constitutional Court Decision No. 168/PUU-XXI/2023. For employers and cross-border businesses, these developments signal a more protection-oriented regulatory approach.
Released on Jul 20, 2026