Cross-border M&A in Asia Pacific is entering a new era shaped by geopolitical change, regulatory complexity, technological disruption and evolving investment priorities. This session will explore the forces expected to influence regional dealmaking through 2030, including shifts in global supply chains, foreign investment regulation, artificial intelligence, private capital, ESG and energy transition and the growth of digital infrastructure. The discussion aims to provide practical insights into how businesses and advisers can anticipate emerging trends, manage execution risks and position themselves for the next generation of cross-border transactions across the Asia Pacific region.