Linworld's 18th Asia Compliance Summit 2025

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   Hosted by Linworld Group, the 18th Asia Compliance Summit 2025 took place at the Regal Hongkong Hotel in Hong Kong on November 18-19, 2025. The summit brought together compliance professionals, legal experts, and industry leaders to address pressing issues in the regulatory landscape, with a central focus on six key pillars: Anti-Corruption, Data Compliance, Sanctions, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Export Control, and Tariff Regulations.
 
Over 100 Participants from all over the world discussing the latest developments, challenges and cases regarding Anti-Corruption, AML and Data, Sanctions, Export Control, Tariff, such as SK Hynix, Volkswagen, Volvo, Starbucks, BMS, Sanofi, BP, Knorr-Bremse, MSD, Gilead, Ipsen, Schneider Electric, Abbvie, IKEA, Merck, Bridgestone, Kering, StoneX, Nokia, Ericsson, Lenovo, Astellas, LyondellBasell, Bayer, Goodyear, Brookfield, Goldman Sachs, L'Oreal, Logitech, Emperor Group, Temasek, Manulife, CICC, Tencent, JP Morgan, ZTE, Microsoft, Vale, Caterpillar, Continental, DHL, UPS, Airbus, Bosch, PICC, HSBC etc. Against the backdrop of evolving global compliance frameworks and increasing cross-border regulatory scrutiny, the event featured in-depth discussions, case studies, and policy updates tailored to the Asian market. Sessions on Anti-Corruption delved into emerging enforcement trends, risk mitigation strategies, and the role of technology in enhancing due diligence and conducting investigations. Data Compliance tracks highlighted regional developments, including alignment with international standards and practical challenges in data localization and privacy protection. Sanctions and Export Control sessions examined the impact of geopolitical tensions on trade, offering insights into navigating complex regulatory environments and ensuring supply chain resilience. AML discussions focused on digital transformation in financial crime prevention, while Tariff Regulations workshops provided actionable guidance on optimizing trade strategies amid shifting tariff policies and trade agreements.
 
 
 
Below are two main parts for the summit:
 
Part One: Practical Anti-Corruption Strategies and Recent Case Analyses from USA, India, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines and Policy Updates:
 
1.1 USA: Head of the Fraud Section of the U.S. Department of Justice introduced Authoritative Interpretation to New Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Guidelines
 
1.2 Indonesia: The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) delivered a speech titled Indonesia Anti-corruption Guide 2025
 
1.3 India: Director from The Serious Fraud Investigation Office presented Anti-Corruption 2025 in India–Trends & Developments
 
1.4 Singapore: Director, Investigations from Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB) unveiled Control Measures of Singapore
 
1.5 Malaysia: Chief Senior Assistant Commissioner from MACC Malaysia presented Anti-Corruption Laws and Enforcement in Malaysia
 
1.6 Philippines: Assistant Secretary and Spokesperson from Department of Justice - Republic of the Philippines introduced Updates to Anti-Corruption Legislation and Business Ethics in the Philippines
 
1.7 Vietnam: Government Inspector-General from Anti-Corruption Bureau Government Inspectorate of Vietnam provided Vietnam view by talking about Inspectorate of Vietnam Anti-Corruption Legislation and Case Studies in Vietnam
 
1.8 Thailand: President from Thai National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) interpreted An Overview of Thailand's Anti-Corruption Legislation
 
Part Two: Firsthand experiences from industry leaders:
 
2.1 Implementing an Integrated Governance Model: A New (Tested) Approach from Vale
 
2.2 Best Practices in Third Party Due Diligence with a Focus on Risk Assessment from GSK
 
2.3 Risk & Internal Control Approach to Compliance from EDF
 
2.4 Panel discussion on Fraud Risks in SEA and the Importance of Using AI and Machine Learning to Mitigate Third Party Risks from Paul Hastings, Manulife, GE, Emperor Group and Siemens
 
2.5 Panel discussion on Corporate Self-Assessment and Internal Investigation from Morrison Foerster, LyondellBasell, Shell, Novartis and Dentsply Sirona
 
2.6 Panel discussion on Compliance and Investigations in a Changing Landscape from DLA Piper, Microsoft, Pfizer, Medtronic and Evonik
 
2.7 Panel discussion on Compliance Culture from EY, British American Tobacco, Logitech, Valmet and Zhong Lun Law Firm
 
2.8 Navigating Executive Order 14117: Addressing Sensitive Data Transfers and DOJ Audit Requirements from BDO
 
2.9 US Data Transfer Restrictions to HK and China: How it Affects Your Business from Squire Patton Boggs
 
2.10 PRC Data Issues in U.S. Government Investigations and Litigations from Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
 
2.11 Compliance Monitoring Innovative Technology Solutions from EY
 
2.12 FinCrime Compliance (AML) for Your Digital Journey in APAC from Deloitte AML Center
 
2.13 Cyber Attacks- Combating with Financial Crimes through Cutting-Edge Technologies from KPMG
 
2.14 Anti-Corruption Compliance, Trade Wars, and Geopolitical Risk from Baker McKenzie
 
2.15 Investigations in an Unstable World: Crisis Control Across Borders from JunHe LLP
 
The 18th Asia Compliance Summit 2025 served as a vital platform for fostering collaboration, sharing best practices, and equipping organizations with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the dynamic and interconnected compliance landscape in Asia and beyond. The event garnered overwhelmingly positive feedback from attendees, many of whom expressed strong interest in participating again to gain further insights from government officials, elite lawyers, seasoned compliance experts, and top partners from the Big Four. Although the two-day summit has concluded, discussions on the topics addressed are still ongoing. Linworld Group remains committed to providing a platform for those eager to stay informed on the latest developments in anti-corruption compliance trends—both in China and across Asia, EMEA, and global markets. Finally, we would like to extend our special thanks to our sponsors—BDO, JunHe LLP, and Han Kun Law Offices—as well as our supporting partners: Asia Briefing, the International Compliance Association, and The Association of Governance, Risk, and Compliance.