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German Chamber in China - South & Southwest China

Our organization supports over 220 members operating in South & Southwest China by offering pertinent market insights and pragmatic advice that facilitate success in the Chinese marketplace. Furthermore, we provide a robust platform for the Sino-German business community and effectively advocate on behalf of our members with government and public entities. Our representation and assistance is available to German enterprises across Guangdong, Guangxi, Fujian, Hainan, Sichuan, Chongqing, Yunnan and Guizhou, with offices conveniently situated in Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Chengdu.

German Chamber of Commerce in South and Southwest China Guangzhou Chengdu Shenzhen

How we empower German companies in China

Engaging our community with events

We host approximately 100 events each year, attracting around 4,000 attendees throughout South & Southwest China. Our events range from social gatherings such as the Octoberfest, Cologne Carnival Party, and Stammtisch, to larger ones like the Sino-German Economic Forum, HR Summit, and Xplore China. These events serve as excellent opportunities for our members to connect with others and cultivate meaningful relationships.

Additionally, our community-focused events, including roundtable discussions and factory visits, provide a platform for like-minded individuals to exchange knowledge and gain valuable insights. Participation in our events enables you to stay current on industry developments, learn from subject matter experts, and potentially establish lucrative business partnerships.

 

Supporting members with Government Affairs & Advocacy

Our Government Affairs & Advocacy team is committed to promoting a fair and equitable business environment for German enterprises in China. We offer practical, on-site assistance to our members to navigate the regulatory landscape. In addition, we provide exclusive policy briefings to keep our members informed.

We regularly engage with Chinese local governments on matters of importance to Sino-German trade and relations, and advocate for our members' interests, including issues such as the New Preferential IIT Policy for Foreign Talents in the Greater Bay Area. We also provide support to German companies facing specific government affairs challenges, such as power outages that impact business operations in Southwest China.

Gain exclusive insights with our publications

The German Chamber provides a variety of informative publications that offer valuable insights into the business environment in China. Our surveys and reports capture business sentiment and can be utilized to inform strategic decision-making.

One of our most sought-after publications is the exclusive Labor Market & Salary Report, which provides comprehensive coverage of wage developments and offers detailed analysis of industry trends, regional data, company size, and other crucial factors. This report serves as an essential benchmark for businesses operating in China.

Stay ahead with our business services and growth solutions

AHK Greater China offers a comprehensive suite of business services and growth solutions to help its clients achieve success in China, many of which are offered at a discounted rate for member companies of the German Chamber. Learn more about our services related to market entry and market expansion

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Become a Member

Interested in becoming a member of our established Sino-German business community? We'd be delighted to have you!

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Events

Browse our upcoming events in South & Southwest China and learn more about our flagship events. To browse all events in China, please visit the ‘Info & Events Hub’ in the main navigation and filter for ‘events’.

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Board of Directors

The Board of Directors of the German Chamber of Commerce in South & Southwest China consists of eight members, including the Executive Director. Board members are representatives of Corporate Members and hold senior management positions while maintaining a good standing in the Sino-German business community. The board is responsible for representing, promoting and protecting the interests of its members as part of its overall mandate. The board is responsible for representing, promoting and protecting the interests of its members as part of its overall mandate.

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Become a Yearly Sponsor

We offer a perfect way to target the German business community in China by providing a diverse portfolio of advertising and sponsorship opportunities. Any company is welcome to apply to become a Yearly Sponsor of the German Chamber of Commerce in South & Southwest China and present itself as one of our leading partners over the course of the year. Choose from sponsorship of just one office or all three offices in South & Southwest China. The sponsorship is for the duration of 365 days. Please contact us for further information.

Yearly Sponsors 2024/25 South & Southwest China

10 Allianz
9 bucalu
8 forvis marzars
5 Nihao
2 Paulmann
3 PW
1 rödl&Partner
4 Sanlongwan
6 Stiegelmeyer
7 Turkish Airlines

Office locations in South & Southwest China

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