Uruguay XXI participated in the International Bar Association’s annual conference, held this year in Punta del Este, according to a Mar. 31 announcement. The event brought together legal professionals, international law firms, and representatives from more than 170 countries to discuss trends in corporate and investment activity.
The participation of Uruguay XXI at this event is seen as an opportunity to strengthen connections with key stakeholders in the legal and business sectors. The agency aimed to position Uruguay as a reliable destination for investment and business development within Latin America.
Founded in 1947, the International Bar Association is recognized as a leading global organization for legal professionals, with over 80,000 lawyers and nearly 190 legal associations among its members. Throughout its history, the association has promoted the rule of law and contributed to regulatory reforms worldwide.
This year’s conference was organized by the IBA’s Latin American Regional Forum and Corporate and M&A Law Committee under the theme “Mergers and Acquisitions in Latin America — Building Bridges Through Business: Rethinking M&A in the Americas.” Participants addressed challenges related to mergers and acquisitions within current economic conditions. Panels covered topics such as competition law, cross-border transactions, dispute resolution, post-merger integration, energy infrastructure projects, natural resources management, technology impacts including artificial intelligence on corporate transactions, digital economy growth trends, Chinese investment roles in Latin America, sustainability considerations for investments decisions as well as social impact issues.
Representatives from Uruguay XXI included Executive Director Mariana Ferreira alongside Investment Manager Alejandro Ferrari and Investment Specialist Paola Mancino. Hosting this major international event further reinforces Uruguay’s reputation as a hub for high-level meetings while promoting its strategic role for investments across Latin America.
