The New Wave of M&A Regulation Across Asia Will Separate Disciplined Dealmakers From the Rest
Asia-Pacific dealmaking entered 2026 on a foundation of record activity and rising regulatory complexity. Japan produced $218.5 billion in M&A value across 3,472 transactions in 2025, an 83.9% increase in deal value. China’s M&A market is reawakening after years of subdued activity. India continues to attract foreign direct investment at scale. Vietnam’s Investment Law, effective…