Global Tax Summit 2026

17:00

Registration opens

During registration you will be issued with your conference name badge and itinerary which we recommend you have with you during core conference sessions.

19:30

Drinks and dinner at the hotel's beach restaurant – Le Ciro's

08:30 – 09:15

Welcome  

09:15 – 10:15

Geopolitics, Geoeconomics and the Future of Tax Policy

Global tax policy is increasingly influenced by geopolitical tensions, shifting trade relationships and economic uncertainty. Our opening panel will bring together leading economists, policymakers, academics and in-house tax leaders to discuss how these forces are shaping the global and EU tax agenda, including tax simplification initiatives, transparency measures, trade policy developments and emerging trends in international tax cooperation. 

Moderator

Sorina van Kommer

Panelists

Cailin Birch (EIU), Monica Cavallini (Ferrero International), Ioana Diaconescu (European Commission), Leopoldo Parada (King's College London), Carlos Vaca Valverde

10:15 – 11:35

Tax Controversy, Transparency and Reputation Management

Tax administrations across the world are becoming increasingly sophisticated, while public scrutiny of corporate tax affairs continues to grow. This highly interactive session will examine emerging trends in direct and indirect tax audits, dispute resolution strategies, public country-by-country reporting and tax transparency initiatives. Participants will have the opportunity to exchange experiences with peers and discuss how leading organizations are preparing for a more transparent and controversy-driven environment. 

Moderator

Juan Osman Moreno

Henry Cheng, Jason Collins, Craig Silverwood, Antonio Tomassini, Stuart Walsh, Angela Wood

11:35 – 12:00

Coffee break

12:00 – 13:00

Global Supply Chains Under Pressure: Tax, Trade and Operational Resilience

Supply chains continue to be reshaped by tariffs, changing trade alliances, industrial policies and evolving business models. This session will explore the tax implications of shifting supply chains, customs and tariff developments, transfer pricing considerations, the interaction between VAT and transfer pricing, and the practical challenges multinational groups face when redesigning business operations in a changing global environment. 

Moderator

Aloïs Charpenet 

Panelists

Ulf Andresen, Daan Arends, Alison Maxwell, Keunyoung Oh, Federico Pacelli, Bernhard Von Thaden, David Pope, Tina Xia

13:00 – 14:00

Lunch

14:00 – 17:00

Activities – as selected in your registration form and displayed on your personalised lanyard.

Biking to Cap D’antibes

Experience the beauty of the French Riviera on a guided biking tour along the stunning Cannes coastline. This scenic route takes you through some of the region’s most iconic locations, including Golfe-Juan, Juan-les-Pins, and the Cap d’Antibes.

Please note that the route is moderately challenging and features predominantly flat terrain along the coastline.

Historic Cultural Tour

This guided walking tour offers an immersive exploration of Cannes’ rich cultural heritage. Highlights include the Old Town (Le Suquet), the vibrant Forville Market, the iconic Croisette, and the boutiques along Rue d’Antibes, as well as panoramic views overlooking the Esterel Mountains and the Lérins Islands.

The tour also includes a visit to La Malmaison, an international contemporary art center that celebrates art in all its forms, between audacity and modernity.

Please note that this tour covers multiple areas of the city and will involve walking over a distance.

Perfume Workshop

Discover the art of perfumery with an exclusive visit to Grasse, the world‑renowned capital of fragrance. This immersive workshop offers a fascinating introduction to the history of perfume, followed by the opportunity to create your own bespoke scent under the guidance of expert perfumers.

Boat Excursion to the Lérins Underwater Museum

Enjoy a guided boat excursion to the tranquil shores of the Lérins archipelago, just off the coast of Cannes, for a truly distinctive cultural and environmental experience.

The underwater museum features striking submerged sculptures by renowned artist Jason deCaires Taylor. These monumental works create a powerful dialogue between art and nature, linking land and sea while highlighting the relationship between humanity and the marine environment. The sculptures are explored through a guided snorkelling experience in the clear waters surrounding the islands.

Please note that this activity involves snorkelling and swimming in the sea. Participants must be confident swimmers. Availability for this experience is limited to a small number of places.

17:00 – 17:30

Return to hotel

18:30 – 19:30

Pre-dinner drinks at the hotel

20:00 – 22:00

Dinner at La Môme

Directions

09:00 – 10:00

Ask Me Anything on In-Country Tax Updates

Tax leaders increasingly need rapid access to local insights across multiple jurisdictions. In this interactive format, participants will have the opportunity to engage directly with DLA Piper tax professionals from key jurisdictions, discuss legislative developments, enforcement trends and practical challenges, and tailor discussions to their own business priorities.

10:00 – 11:30

Workshops – as selected in your preferences and displayed on your personalised lanyard.

Indirect Tax and VAT

A practical review of significant VAT and indirect tax developments, enforcement trends and planning considerations affecting multinational businesses.

Panelists

Daan Arends, Alois Charpenet, Bjorn Enders, Giovanni Iaselli, David Pope, Richard Woolich

Funds/Asset Management

Focused discussions on the tax challenges and opportunities facing asset managers, investment funds and institutional investors in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment.

Panelists

Raphaël Béra, Antoine Faure, Michael Graham, Frank Mugabi, Luis Muñoz, Michal Stepien

Pillar 2 and post M&A optimization

This workshop will address strategic, planning and compliance approaches in a changing tax landscape. Now that many groups have experienced their first compliance cycle, attention is turning to implementation challenges, emerging administrative guidance, reporting experiences and strategic opportunities. The session will further explore practical insights as to how multinational groups are adapting their tax operating models and integrating newly acquired businesses. 

Panelists

Nicolas Engelmann, Pie Geelen, Marica De Rosa, Cesar Salagaray

Global Mobility, Permanent Establishment and International Investments 

Cross-border mobility offers significant opportunities but also creates complex tax, employment, and compliance challenges. From globally mobile employees, managers and entrepreneurs to family businesses, family offices and investors, this session will examine the key tax, challenges arising from cross-border movement of people, businesses, and capital. The discussion will offer a practical look at the tax implications of an increasingly mobile world, covering, among others, international workforces, wealth owners, investors, and family enterprises. The panelists will share insights on managing international mobility as well as addressing recent case law, legislative developments and best practices. 

Moderators 

Antonio Longo

Ben Brown

Panelists

Ton van Doremalen, Windson Li, David Pope, Antonio Moura Portugal, Konrad Rohde, Barbara Voskamp

11:30 – 12:00

Coffee break

12:00 – 13:00

C-Suite Outlook: What Is Keeping Tax Leaders Awake at Night?

To conclude the summit, senior tax leaders from a variety of industries will share the issues commanding their attention in 2026 and beyond. Through a moderated discussion, participants will gain first-hand perspectives on emerging risks, strategic priorities, resource allocation, and the future role of the tax function within multinational organizations. 

Moderators

Steve Dixon

Barbara Voskamp

Panelists

Adly Adly (Agility), Sean Hailey (Amazon), Alexis Mallez (Tikehau Capital), Jessica Weingberg (Qualcomm), Guiseppe Zingaro (UniCredit)

13:00 – 14:00

Lunch

14:00

Summit closes