As the global market for hedge funds increases, managers looking to raise assets in Europe and other non-U.S. jurisdictions must be aware of the rules and regulations of the jurisdictions of their fundraising targets.  AIFMD and increased regulations enacted by countries in Latin America and the Middle East impose additional registration, disclosure and reporting obligations on fund managers.  Prior to marketing in those jurisdictions, managers must be sure to comply with applicable regulatory requirements.  These challenges, and other trends in the hedge fund market and regulatory environment, were significant issues discussed during Dechert’s Global Alternative Funds Symposium recently held in New York City.  This article highlights the salient points discussed on the foregoing topics.  See “Passports, Platforms and Private Placement: Options for Marketing Funds in Europe in the Post-AIFMD Era,” Hedge Fund Law Report, Vol. 8, No. 17 (Apr. 30, 2015).  For additional coverage of the Symposium, see “Dechert Global Alternative Funds Symposium Highlights Trends in Hedge Fund Expense Allocations, Fees, Redemptions and Gates,” Hedge Fund Law Report, Vol. 8, No. 20 (May 21, 2015).