This program will explain how to avoid common mistakes and pitfalls in cross-border transactions in Asia, including mergers and acquisitions, investments, IP licensing, sales and acquisitions, distributorship, manufacturing, joint ventures and other business arrangements in Asia. Partners from Reed smith's California and Asian offices will discuss some common drafting, cultural and regulatory pitfalls, and FCPA issues as they pertain to China, Japan and Korea, and will touch upon other countries as time permits.