April 28–29, 2026 – Shanghai, China | May 6–7, 2026 – Digital Partnering

The next era of global innovation and dealmaking in China

Where China meets global biotech

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GENERAL ATTENDEE

Reconnect and meet key decision makers for two days of in-person partnering meetings, expert panels, and networking opportunities.

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PRESENT YOUR COMPANY

We want to hear all about your company’s latest innovations! Get the attention you deserve from real decision makers.

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SPONSOR & EXHIBIT

Stand out among the innovators of the life science industry through a sponsorship package.

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Why ChinaBio™ Partnering Forum

Meet the right partners

We focus on what matters. Opportunity, clarity and access. No noise. No filler.

Understand the market – fast

Get clear, focused insight on what’s changing in China and APAC: capital, BD strategy, regulation, AI, modality shifts and more.

Dealmaking that works

Purpose-built partnering, senior attendees, streamlined conversations, everything optimised for results.

A program shaped by industry leaders

Our agenda is built with the industry, not for it and refined with input from our advisory board to pinpoint what leaders want to hear.

ChinaBio™ Partnering Forum attendee

Morningside Ventures

Coming back to the 17th ChinaBio™ Partnering Forum conference themed global partnering is such a familiar yet refreshing experience. The gathering is about innovation, collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Whether you're a drug developer, an entrepreneur or an investor, this gathering provides you various chances to network with like-minded professionals and facilitate collaborations. We will come back for the next event.

Yuwen Liu

Managing Partner

Bohe Angel Fund

Reconnecting with old friends, meeting new friends, learning the dynamics and progression of the industry that can lead to investment and/or partnering deals–lots of things are happening here.

It is always my great honor to be part of the event and seeing it grow with the momentum and driving the internationalization of China’s biotech industry.

Helen Chen

Global Sector Co-Head, Healthcare and Life Sciences Greater China Managing Partner

L.E.K. Consulting

We had the most amazing conversation at the opening keynote MNC pharma panel at ChinaBio™ Partnering Forum 2024. There is no other forum where you will get 7 global or regional heads of business development on the same stage to discuss and compare their companies’ performance in China and the levels of innovation in China and comparison to their home markets.

ChinaBio™ Partnering Forum attendee

Morningside Ventures

Coming back to the 17th ChinaBio™ Partnering Forum conference themed global partnering is such a familiar yet refreshing experience. The gathering is about innovation, collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Whether you're a drug developer, an entrepreneur or an investor, this gathering provides you various chances to network with like-minded professionals and facilitate collaborations. We will come back for the next event.

Helen Chen

Global Sector Co-Head, Healthcare and Life Sciences Greater China Managing Partner

L.E.K. Consulting

We had the most amazing conversation at the opening keynote MNC pharma panel at ChinaBio™ Partnering Forum 2024. There is no other forum where you will get 7 global or regional heads of business development on the same stage to discuss and compare their companies’ performance in China and the levels of innovation in China and comparison to their home markets.

ChinaBio™ Partnering Forum attendee

Morningside Ventures

Coming back to the 17th ChinaBio™ Partnering Forum conference themed global partnering is such a familiar yet refreshing experience. The gathering is about innovation, collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Whether you're a drug developer, an entrepreneur or an investor, this gathering provides you various chances to network with like-minded professionals and facilitate collaborations. We will come back for the next event.

Why China?

Shanghai’s expanding pipeline of startups and innovative intellectual property creates significant opportunities for licensing and collaboration in the life sciences sector. As a key hub for global partnerships, ChinaBio™ Partnering Forum plays a crucial role in connecting international stakeholders with Shanghai’s leading innovators, driving advancements in healthcare solutions and redefining the future of life science worldwide.

1,000+

Attendees

4,000+

One-to-one meetings

500+

Unique companies

1,000+

Published licensing opportunities

30

Countries represented

60

Presenting companies

2026 - Advisory Board

Introducing our 2026 Advisory Board, comprised of visionary leaders and industry experts representing every segment of the life science ecosystem. These distinguished professionals bring unparalleled expertise, strategic insights, and innovative perspectives that will guide our mission forward.

Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to connect with these industry pioneers and fellow innovators at the ChinaBio™ Partnering Forum, where groundbreaking collaborations and transformative partnerships come to life.

Helen Chen

Managing Partner

L.E.K. Consulting

Irene Hong

Founding Partner

CEC Capital

Dan Wang

Head of Innovation APAC

Johnson & Johnson

Tom Wu

Head of Development Strategy, Ops & AbbVie Ventures, China

AbbVie

Two additional co-located conferences; Antibody & ADC Summit and Cell & Gene Summit

28 - 29 Apr 2026

Cell & Gene Therapy Summit At ChinaBio Partnering Forum

28 - 29 Apr 2026

Sponsors confirmed for 2026:

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