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2026 AGENDA RELEASED! All times are in UTC+8
Session 1: Regulatory Updates
Japan FCM Regulations: Key Updates
  • Japan FCM framework: current status after Positive List enforcement
  • Key regulatory changes and industry impact
  • New testing requirements
  • Compliance challenges and common gaps
  • Practical actions for supply chain compliance 

Nick Cheng | Manager – Food Contact materials, Business Stream Products, Asia Pacific and Greater China Region, TUV Rheinland Japan
China’s National Food Safety Standards System: A Focus on the Latest Developments
Updates in the food contact regulations in India & Middle East
The presentation would cover the latest updates in the packaging & food contact regulations in India/Middle East including specific requirements for recycled material approvals, compliance with the BIS / GSO standards etc. 
Sunanda Kadam | Regional General Manager- India & Middle East, Intertek Assuris
Session 2: Bio-based Materials
Bio-based Materials in Packaging
The presentation will focus the topic on bio-based materials in packaging starting from the recent update of the EU Bioeconomy Act, recently subscribed by the European Council, the on-going discussions on the Circular economy act.
Dr. Claudia Pasti | Group Leader Regulatory & Packaging Regulatory Manager, Nestlé
Panel Discussion
Implementing Food Contact Compliance: What Are the Biggest Challenges Ahead?
The regulatory landscape for food contact materials (FCMs) is evolving rapidly across Asia and globally. Manufacturers, brand owners, and regulators face increasing pressure to ensure that every material, process, and product meets stringent safety and compliance standards. This panel brings together industry leaders, regulatory experts, and innovation specialists to discuss the current challenges and future outlook for food contact compliance.

Moderator:
Dr. Alistair Irvine, Food Contact Compliance at Smithers

Panelists:
Chris Peloso, Product Safety Director - Asia Pacific at Amcor Flexibles
Eric Gu, Senior Regulatory Counselor at Keller and Heckman
Ranjeet Kaur, Scientific and Regulatory Affairs – Program Manager at Mars Wrigley
 
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