Kesarev Partner Vitaly Zhigulin took part in the 3rd Annual M&A Forum held in Moscow on 20 November – a key professional platform focused on navigating the evolving landscape of mergers and acquisitions in Russia.

Vitaly contributed to the session “The New Regulatory Reality in M&A Transactions”, where industry specialists examined how regulatory shifts continue to shape deal-making. The discussion addressed several priority issues for market participants, including:

• the impact of sanctions and counter-sanctions on M&A structuring;
• the prospects and practical realities of foreign investors’ return to the Russian market;
• regulatory specifics related to foreign investment in strategic enterprises;
• the legal challenges Russian companies face as international players re-enter selected sectors.

The Forum brought together representatives of leading law firms, corporate executives and regulators, offering a comprehensive view of the current deal environment and compliance considerations.

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