As the Asia Pacific region M&A landscape adapts to shifting geopolitical currents, tightening regulatory scrutiny and evolving foreign investment regimes, dealmakers must navigate a complex web of compliance and execution challenges. This panel brings together leading private practice lawyers and seasoned in-house counsel from key jurisdictions across the region and Europe to examine the current state of play. Discussion will centre on critical updates in merger control, foreign direct investment (FDI) screening, cross-border dispute risks and practical strategies for structuring successful transactions in a fragmented regulatory environment.