Frequently Asked Questions
About the SummitRegistration & AttendancePresenting CompaniesSponsorshipProgram & NetworkingHotel, Travel & Logistics
About the Summit
Why is the Summit important?
For six years, BioCentury, BayHelix, and Insights Partner McKinsey & Company have brought together a cross-border community of C-level executives and investors to network, partner and debate critical issues facing the global biotech industry.
In 2027, BioCentury and BayHelix bring the 6th East-West Biopharma Summit to Seoul, connecting Asia CEOs and investors with their peers in the West as Asian biotechs race to globalize through licensing deals, NewCo formation, and cross-border partnerships.
The East-West Biopharma Summit is THE forum to debate globalization strategies and form trusted cross-border relationships. There is no other strategic venue of this kind.
Unparalleled networking and market access: The Summit is an elite event offering unparalleled networking with C-level executives, VCs, and key APAC partners, fostering significant growth opportunities and market expansion.
Strategic audience engagement and expansion opportunities: With a focus on key VCs and their limited partners, the Summit engages major players in the APAC biopharma sector, connecting attendees with new partners and investors.
Who should attend?
- This C-suite conference is designed for financial dealmakers, biopharma executives, venture capitalists, private investors and policy makers.
- It is the place to network, partner and debate strategies for global development.
- It is the place to build trusted cross-border relationships.
The program is tailored for:
- VCs and PEs
- Biopharma BD&L Leaders
- Biotech C-Suite
- Family Offices
- Financial Dealmakers
Who will I meet?
Meet key players from across Asia-Pacific and the West, including decision-makers from Australia, China, Japan, India, South Korea, and Singapore and Southeast Asia. At the 2026 East-West Summit, attendees met a "who's who" of the industry including executives from: ABL Bio, Accelerator Life Science Partners (ALSP), ALTEOGEN, Akeylink Biotechnology, AN Ventures, Angelini Ventures, Argonaut Bio, Asahi Kasei Pharma, Bayer, Biocytogen, Boehringer Ingelheim, Brandon Capital, Candid Therapeutics, CBC Group, CHA Bio Group, ClavystBio, CR-CP Life Science Fund, Daewon Pharmaceutical, Dong-A, Eli Lilly and Company, Flagship Pioneering, GC Biopharma, GSK, Hillgene, HUGEL, Ildong Pharmaceutical, IMM Investment, Johnson & Johnson, K2 Therapeutics, Kolon Tissuegene, Korea Investment Partners (KIP), Kurma Partners, Lake Bleu Capital, LG Chem, LigaChem Biosciences, LOTTE Biologics, LYFE Capital, McKinsey & Company, MedPacto, Merck Group, MPM BioImpact, MSD, Novartis, Novo Holdings, Orum Therapeutics, PharmAbcine, Panacea Venture, RA Capital, Roche, Samsung Biologics, Samsung Bioepis, Sanofi, SK Biopharmaceuticals, Solasta Ventures, Woori Venture Partners, Yuhan, and many more...
What will I learn?
- How leading Asia biotechs are generating faster clinical data to advance pipelines and de-risk global development
- How global partners can tap emerging innovation hubs across Asia's "Arc of Innovation" to source assets for worldwide markets
- How Asian development pathways can help de-risk Western assets through faster, cost-effective clinical data generation
- Which Asia-originated assets investors and BD leaders see as most compelling for licensing and NewCo creation
- Which Asia-based CDMOs and service providers are best positioned to accelerate global pipelines
- Where Asia's innovation is heading next on targets, modalities and indications
- What licensing and NewCo opportunities are available in Korea, Japan, Singapore, Australia, and other emerging Asia markets
When is the Summit?
The 6th East-West Biopharma Summit takes place March 15-17, 2027 at The Conrad Seoul, Seoul, South Korea.
Registration & Attendance
How do I register?
Please register here. If you are unable to join in person, register instead for a Digital Pass, which includes two days of virtual one-to-one meetings.
What if I can't attend in person?
Register instead for a virtual pass, which includes two bonus days of virtual partnering (March 23-24, 2027) and full access to on-demand recordings of all panels and presentations, available until April 19, 2027.
What is the cancellation policy?
Registration is non-refundable, as virtual attendance is also available for this year's event. A one-time transfer of your in-person all-access pass to a colleague is allowed.
Presenting Companies
Can I present at the Summit?
Absolutely! BioCentury is accepting nominations to join the Presenting Company Class of 2027. This is an exclusive opportunity for approved biotechs to present directly to investors, pharma BD&L leaders, and industry decision-makers. To apply, click here. Please note this is a nomination form only and does not guarantee selection; company nominations are reviewed independently by BioCentury.
Who is eligible to present?
The Presenting Company track is open to biotechs with compelling pipeline stories, differentiated science, and a desire to connect with investors and pharma partners. All presenting companies are selected by BioCentury. To nominate your company, click here.
What are the benefits of presenting?
A Presenter slot at the East-West Biopharma Summit includes:
- A live corporate presentation of 12 minutes, plus Q&A
- Two passes to the conference
- Access to our partnering platform to schedule 1x1 meetings
- An invitation for your CEO to join an exclusive Presenting Company CEO and Investor ONLY networking reception
Is there a deadline to apply?
Space in the Presenting Company Class is limited and has sold out at previous events. We encourage interested biotechs to nominate their company as early as possible to take advantage of Early Bird pricing and secure a spot.
Sponsorship
Are Sponsorship Opportunities Available?
The East-West Biopharma Summit provides global visibility to Sponsors committed to innovation. Several packages are available with benefits including branding, tickets, and panelist opportunities. Please visit the Sponsorship Opportunities page or email us to learn more.
Program & Networking
When can I start scheduling one-to-one meetings?
This year there are two days of in-person one-to-one meetings (March 15-17) followed by two days of virtual one-to-one meetings (March 23-24). Partnering platform dates for 2027 will be announced soon. Please check back for updates closer to the event.
How do I access the digital conference platform?
Look for an email from donotreply@meeting-mojo.com with the subject line "Welcome to the BioCentury East-West BioPharma Summit 2027 digital platform."
How do I join the Summit's WhatsApp Community?
If you would like to join the Summit's WhatsApp Community Group, please click here.
Where can I find the latest agenda and speaker list?
Please visit www.biocenturyeastwest.com to view the latest agenda, list of speakers, presenting companies, and related information.
Hotel, Travel & Logistics
How can I book my hotel accommodations?
The Summit will be hosted at The Conrad Seoul, 10 Gukjegeumyung-ro, Yeongdeungpo District, Seoul, South Korea. For additional information on booking hotel accommodations, please visit our Hotel & Travel page.
Additional questions?
Please email us.