AHK Greater China’s Post

📈💼 The Business Barometer for September 2024 is here! The Business Barometer is our monthly take on China's economy and how it impacts German companies. It encompasses an array of key performance indicators (KPIs) related to China's economy, including China’s foreign trade and trade with Germany, industry output, retail sales, fixed asset investment, price levels, and the purchasing managers' index. This edition focuses on the low consumer demand in China and what measures the Chinese government has initiated.   🔗 Please visit our website to download the full version: https://lnkd.in/eftE88pC #BusinessBarometer #China #Economy #Chineseeconomy #KPIs #GDP #PartnerForAdvocacy

Venue confirmed! Join us at X-Days 2024 in Beijing's Shougang Park! 📍 Location: Shougang Park's No. 4 Blast Furnace, a beacon of industrial heritage in Shijingshan District. 🔍 Experience: Dive into China's market with industry leaders and gain fresh perspectives on business innovation. 🤝 Network: Connect with a vibrant community of professionals driving growth and collaboration. 📅 When: November 13-15, 2024. 🔗 Register Now: Secure your spot – Spaces are limited! https://lnkd.in/e7eKxTcG Follow us for updates and insights. See you there! #XDays2024 #XcelerationDays #PartnerForGrowth #ShougangPark

"Cologne goes to China! 🎉 It was a great pleasure to host Henriette Reker, Mayor of the City of #Cologne, and her delegation in #Beijing. Henriette Reker addressed members of the German Chamber of Commerce in China | North China during her lively and informative welcome speech. A sister city of China’s capital since 1987, #Cologne shares an established partnership with #Beijing. Beyond exchanging with Henriette Reker and her delegation, participants had a chance to hear from Hubertus Troska, Chairman of the German Chamber of Commerce in China – North China, Dr. Thomas Weithöner, Head of the Economic Department of the German Embassy Beijing, and Juergen Model, CEO of Siemens Mobility Greater China. Another highlight of the event was a panel discussion about “Going Green in China - New Challenges or Competitive Edge?” moderated by Dr. Constanze Wang, Head of Government Affairs and Advocacy at AHK Greater China. Thank you to our panelists Geertje Richter, Dr. Sebastian Schulte, Oliver Berghofer 白峰, Yi JIANG , MBA, PMP®, and Daisy Shen, who shared insights from their respective fields. Check out our website to find out more about our upcoming events in China: https://lnkd.in/edEQUVQi

We were thrilled to once again partner with Rulebreaker Society, a renowned German entrepreneur club, and 2b AHEAD ThinkTank GmbH to co-organize a delegation of nine German entrepreneurs to visit Shanghai and Shenzhen from August 25 to 30. We engaged in... 💡 Meetings with innovative high-tech companies and cutting-edge startups in the fields of smart mobility, artificial intelligence, life sciences, information technology, and more 💡 In-depth exchanges with Chinese entrepreneurs 💡 Insights into the future technological trends and business models in China and discussion of potential investment opportunities AHK Greater China is part of the worldwide network of the German Chambers of Commerce Abroad (AHKs), which includes 150 offices in 93 countries and regions. Leveraging more than 30 years of experience in China, AHK Greater China helps companies succeed by providing tailored business services, a powerful network and effective representation.  Follow us on this channel and stay tuned for more German delegation information. #AHKGreaterChina #PartnerForGrowth #PartnerForInnovation #ChinaSpeed #Innovation #Startups #Innovationsreise #learningjourney

AHK Night Talk 17: China’s Changing Real Estate Landscape How can German companies navigate China's rocky #realestate market? #China's real estate sector took a nosedive in recent years, ending with the collapse of multi-billion dollar companies and affecting the country's economic growth model. In our latest Night Talk, Mr. Bjarne Bauer, SIOR, Managing Partner China of NAI Sofia Group Shanghai, explains the reasons behind China’s real estate crisis, its implications for German companies, but also the opportunities it presents – such as longer leases, lower renovation costs, and even long rent-free periods. Watch the full episode on YouTube here: https://lnkd.in/dpAZJHzC Or catch it on WeChat: https://lnkd.in/dxxCzMQH #chinarealestate #chinamarket #chinapodcast

🔊 New speakers confirmed for our X-Days from November 13-15 in #Beijing. Meet Volker Treier, Hannes Farlock 范珞康, Johannes Hack, Xiaolan Zhou, André Rittermeier, 勾建辉. These esteemed professionals are poised to motivate and prompt reconsideration of established norms, offering our attendees a comprehensive understanding of the Chinese market and a unique chance to view it from a new perspective. 📈 Why you can't afford to miss it: • Engage with industry titans and gain actionable insights. • Network with professionals looking to innovate and grow. • Be part of a community that values partnership and growth. 📌 Join the conversation: https://lnkd.in/e7eKxTcG Follow us on LinkedIn for the latest updates and register now to secure your spot at what promises to be a remarkable event. Spaces are filling up fast!   #XDays #XcelerationDays #PartnerForGrowth

📢 Offering consulting services? CONTACT US TODAY to be listed! Our Consulting Directory is distributed among all German Chamber member companies, as well as events and trade fairs, giving you greater reach and brand visibility among potential clients. Book your profile today and start expanding your business in the #Chinesemarket! To support companies in navigating the #Chinesebusiness environment and finding an adequate partner to grow their business, the German Chamber is compiling a bilingual directory of over 50 experienced consulting firms in 17 industries, covering a wide range of business services. This Directory has been published in 5 editions and received high attention among consulting companies and the Sino-German Community. Read about the directory here: https://lnkd.in/gT4MHA9G Contact us for more information: Gemma Gao [email protected] #germanchamber #china #chinabusiness #consulting

Denken Sie darüber nach, mit Ihrem Unternehmen an dem größten E-Commerce Markt der Welt 🌐 zu partizipieren? Dann nehmen Sie am 2. September an unserer 💻 Online-Veranstaltung mit zahlreichen Branchenkennern teil, die Ihre Expertise aus unterschiedlichen Perspektiven 👀mit Ihnen teilen. Hier geht's zur Anmeldung: https://lnkd.in/evvVQhCF Weitere interessante Informationen finden Sie in unserem Report "From bricks to clicks: The future of e-commerce in China" Hier geht's zum Download: https://lnkd.in/e8de-67P #ECommerce #China #PartnerForGrowth

🎉 We are excited to share that the '2024 AHK Greater China Training Guide' has been released! This bilingual brochure collects the latest training and vocational education information. It aims to help clients build a comprehensive understanding of our training offerings, empower them to make informed decisions, and develop effective training plans. The brochure covers multiple areas including #leanlogistics and #productionmanagement, #governmentaffairs, #humanresources, #professionalandpersonaldevelopment, #interculturalcompetence, #marketing and #publicrelations, #MicrosoftOffice, #vocationaleducationandtraining, to satisfy the needs of business and people development for German companies in China. In addition to regularly scheduled and standard public courses, it also provides a blueprint for customized courses tailoring to the specific needs from the organizations. Click the link to read the digital version. 👇 https://lnkd.in/eUZiwC4C Visit our website for more information: https://lnkd.in/ewmAbnAy #DETalents #Upskilling #TalentDevelopment #VocationalEducation #PartnerforGrowth

📢 Treffen Sie Jonathan Schoo, Vice President bei der AHK Greater China, persönlich in #Mainz bei der IHK für Rheinhessen. 🤝 Jonathan Schoo berät Sie individuell zum chinesischen Markt und gibt Ihnen Tipps für den Markteinstieg oder den Ausbau Ihres China-Geschäfts. Zum Beispiel: 🛍️ Einkauf & Sourcing 💼 Unternehmensgründung & Markteintritt-Strategien 🌐 Wirtschaftslage und Branchentrends 🏛️ Wirtschafts- & Steuerrecht 🔍 Suche nach Geschäfts- & Vetriebspartnern 👥 Rekrutierung & Training von Personal   📅 Wann: 12. September, 2024 📍 Wo: IHK Rheinhessen, Schillerplatz 7, 55116 Mainz 👨💼 Ansprechpartner vor Ort: Moritz Hentz 💻 Registrierung: https://lnkd.in/edZuX-TN #PartnerForGrowth