AIJA Asia Pacific regional meeting
Phuket, Indonesia
27 September 2024 - 27 September 2024
AIJA Asia Pacific regional meeting
Friday 27 September 2024 | |
| 08:30 » 09:00 | Registrations |
| 09:00 » 09:10 | Opening remarks On the main theme: “Bridging the Gap: how to successfully navigate business in Asia” |
| 09:10 » 09:45 | Fireside Chat |
| 09:45 » 10:00 | Short Break |
| 10:00 » 11:15 | Panel 1: Current trends and the future of foreign investments in South East Asia Foreign direct investment (FDI) in the ASEAN reached $224 billion in 2022, the highest level ever recorded, and accounting for 17% of global FDI capital. The globalisation of value chains has contributed to the shifting of the global economic centre towards the Asia-Pacific region, sparking increased interest from American and European companies to invest in South East Asia. In light of the dynamic environment surrounding foreign investment in South East Asia, our engaging panel led by legal experts from various Asian jurisdictions including Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Vietnam, will delve into the current trends and future of foreign investment in the region. They will address common challenges faced by foreign investors in the region, explore current investment incentives, explain the investment process and discuss post investment considerations. Join us for this panel to stay updated on foreign investment trends in South East Asia and gain a deeper understanding of the evolving investment landscape in the region. Moderator:
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| 11:15 » 11:45 | Coffee Break |
| 11:45 » 13:00 | Panel 2: Common cross-border issues and best dispute resolution strategy in APAC Join us for “Sailing Through Challenges: Common Cross-border Issues and Best Dispute Resolution Strategies in APAC,” where we'll navigate the complexities of cross-border disputes in the Asia-Pacific region. Our distinguished panel of legal experts will share real-world insights into the most common types of disputes that arise from cross-border transactions, highlighting industry-specific challenges and recent trends. We'll dive into practical strategies for preventing disputes, focusing on effective contract drafting and pre-litigation risk management. Our speakers will also explore the most effective dispute resolution mechanisms in their jurisdictions, discussing the benefits and obstacles of various approaches. With engaging case studies and lively discussions, this session promises to provide you with the tools and knowledge to handle cross-border disputes with confidence. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and strategies from leading experts in the field to enhance your understanding of dispute resolution in the APAC region. Moderator:
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| 13:00 » 14:30 | Lunch Break |
| 14:30 » 15:30 | Skills session: Leadership training by Ruth Kappelgaard In this session, personal leadership coach, Ruth Kappelgaard, will provide training on how to build the skill set and competences you need to “make life happen” as opposed to “let life happen”. The starting place is to build self-awareness. Get tips and tools on how to build self-awareness and lead yourself and career forward. Ruth is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach and has facilitated numerous professional development workshops. She is Danish and has been based in Bangkok, Thailand for 6 years. |
| 15:30 » 16:00 | Coffee Break |
| 16:00 » 17:15 | Panel 3: AI in Law – this house believes that AI is a threat to lawyers Moderator:
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| 17:15 » 17:30 | Closing remarks |
| 17:45 » 19:45 | Optional Networking drinks |
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