In this session, we present a panel to discuss topics that will help life sciences companies navigate risks and identify opportunities. You will hear insights from Morrison Foerster partners: Janet Xiao, an IP expert and head of the firm’s China Life Sciences group; Chuan Sun, who has extensive experience in life sciences M&A and licensing transactions; Rongjing Zhao, who is highly experienced in cross-border M&A transactions; and Chen Zhu, who has extensive experience advising on sanctions and export control issues. The panel will be moderated by MoFo associate Sarah Wang.
Through much of 2024, we’ve witnessed the continued trends in cross-border out-licensing deals for Chinese life sciences companies. What are the Dos and Don’ts for companies out‑licensing and acquiring technology generated in China for the overseas market?
As companies are looking for strategic investments, what are the key considerations to strategically divest non-China assets to an overseas entity to release capital and maximize investment?
With the promulgation of China’s Personal Information Protection Law, Data Security Law, and the relevant implementation regulations (including the recent regulation on cross-border data transfer), how should life sciences companies navigate through and ensure compliance with these laws?
The regulatory glance has never been stricter for life sciences companies. What are the sanctions and export controls trends, and what are the potential implications of the BioSecure Act for MNCs and Chinese biotechnology companies? What are the mitigation strategies and measures companies should take?
Identifying and mitigating potential risks of patent infringement lawsuits continues to be a key topic for life sciences IP strategists.