The Harvard Asia Law Conference II
The Harvard Asia Law Conference II aims to bring together speakers from diverse industries and jurisdictions who have deep expertise and experience across Asia, offering students interested in Asian legal practice valuable insights into regional business contexts and emerging legal issues. This year, the conference features panel discussions on AI regulations across Asia, the future […]
Asia Practice Panel: Pathways for US JDs
The Asia Practice Panel highlights the diverse pathways available to U.S.-trained lawyers pursuing Asia-focused legal careers. Featuring practitioners from global big-law firms, the discussion will showcase work spanning transactional, litigation, and regulatory practices. Speakers will share insights from their experience advising on matters in or involving key markets such as China, Japan, and Korea, and […]
In House, Across Borders: The Role of General Counsel at Chinese Multinationals
We are excited to announced the conference panel “In House, Across Borders: The Role of General Counsel at Chinese Multinationals”! This panel brings together senior in-house lawyers at companies operating in drastically different jurisdictions. Speakers will explore how legal teams navigate the complex dynamics between U.S. regulatory environments and the business and operational priorities of […]
Maritime Security in the South China Sea: US and Philippine Perspectives
This panel examines the legal and strategic dimensions of maritime security in the South China Sea, bringing together leading scholars and practitioners to explore one of the world’s most consequential regional disputes from the Filipino and American perspectives. Speakers will discuss the historical background of competing maritime claims, the legal frameworks governing them, and the […]
The Nippon–U.S. Steel Deal: Law, Policy, and National Security
This panel explores the legal, policy, and economic considerations shaping the U.S. Steel-Nippon Steel merger, drawing on a mix of perspectives from private practice, academia, and policy. The discussion will analyze how legal frameworks intersect with political and economic strategy in evaluating foreign investment. It will also consider the competing policy arguments that shape government […]
From Comparison to Conversation: Asia’s Role in Global AI Regulation
Discussions of AI regulation often revolve around comparisons to a perceived global benchmark, with the EU AI Act positioned as the leading model. This panel shifts the lens. We explore what can be learned from the wide range of AI governance strategies developing across Asia. Governments in the region are experimenting with diverse regulatory tools, […]
Harvard Asia Law Post-Conference Reception
Please join us to celebrate the conclusion of the Harvard Asia Law Conference II at Stoked Pizza! Meet speakers from the panels and mingle with other students interested in careers in Asia law. We will have pizza, appetizers, and an open bar. Please register here to help us gather a headcount.