Tagged with chamber of commerce

France Guy Maugis, president of the Franco-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry, explains the impact of the Macron government on the attractiveness of France as well as the importance of a strong relationship between Germany and France in times of political uncertainty. He also highlights the role of the chamber in…

Korea Christoph Heider, president of the European Chamber of Commerce in Korea (ECCK), discusses the organization, the need for the modernization of the Europe-South Korea Free Trade Agreement, and the future trading relationship between the two economic powerhouses.   Multinational pharmaceutical corporations demand more patient access and the abolition of the…

Turkey Şekib Avdagiç, president of the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce and Istanbul Convention and Visitors Bureau (ICVB) provides an in-depth analysis of the ICVB’s services, the main trends shaping the city’s congress sector and the importance of the healthcare and life sciences industry to Istanbul’s corporate tourism.   Turkey is gifted…

China Steven Lynch, managing director of the British Chamber of Commerce in China, introduces the Chamber’s activities in support of their members, the research they are undertaking to produce a position paper on UK PLC in China in 2019 and the great opportunities for British businesses in China.   Brexit does…

France Thierry Drilhon, president of the Franco-British Chamber of Commerce, talks about Brexit, the pro-industry Macron government and his positive outlook on the future of France and Franco-British cooperation.   I do not consider Brexit to be a threat, but an opportunity to reinforce international collaboration and the importance of Europe…

China The Honorable William Zarit, Chairman of the American Chamber of Commerce in Beijing (AmCham Beijing), shares the insights gained over his 25 years in China, the key priorities of AmCham Beijing regarding trade and economic linkages, and the fundamental need for both countries to strike a new ‘grand bargain’ based…

Malaysia Siobhan Das, executive director of the American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce, discusses the close business ties between the two countries and the future opportunities that exist for further investment growth in Malaysia.   What are the main activities of the American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM)? We’re proud to say…

Hong Kong Wolfgang Niedermark of GIC in Hong Kong, part of the AHK network of German Chambers of Commerce worldwide assesses the business relationship between Germany and Asia and how Hong Kong compares to its regional competitors as an investment destination What is your assessment of the business relationship between Germany and…

Algeria Marko Ackermann of the German-Algerian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AHK) discusses bringing German and Algerian companies together in partnerships, the investment landscape in Algeria, and the opportunities present in the country’s healthcare and life sciences sectors.   How would you describe the capabilities and offering of AHK in Algeria?…

Malaysia Roberto Benetello, CEO of the EU-Malaysia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (EUMCCI), discusses the chamber’s function in Malaysia, the current business environment of the country, and the upcoming changes that will be faced by both local and foreign healthcare industry players.   What is the role of the EUMCCI? The…

Malaysia Jennifer Lopez, executive director of the British Malaysian Chamber of Commerce, discusses foreign investment trends in Malaysia and how the chamber is serving its members, especially UK companies operating in the healthcare sector. How has the British Malaysian Chamber of Commerce evolved to serve in the Malaysian market since its…

Algeria Reda El Baki, president of the French-Algerian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIAF), wishes to build on the link that for long has united France and Algeria. He underlines recent improvements in regulation and expresses his hope that more French SMEs will come south of the Mediterranean, while also highlighting…