German Industry and Commerce Ltd. Hong Kong

🎄 Wie wird in #Hongkong Weihnachten gefeiert? Das zeigen Euch Hannes und Johannes in unserem Video zum Jahresausklang. 🌟 Von den festlich dekorierten Shopping Malls auf Hong Kong Island geht es mit der Star Ferry über den Victoria Harbour nach Tsim Sha Tsui und schließlich ins bunte Lichtermeer von West Kowloon. Dabei gibt es neben lokalen Eindrücken wie immer auch ein paar aktuelle Themen zu besprechen. Wir wünschen Euch viel Spaß beim Zuschauen, frohe Feiertage und einen guten Start ins neue Jahr! 🎁✨ Übrigens: einen weiteren sehenswerten Beitrag rund um Weihnachten in Hongkong gibt es im ZDF auslandsjournal, u.a. mit Heimat by Peter Find. 👉 https://lnkd.in/gipqYmY2 #GICHK #GCCHK #HannesundJohannes #GermanyinHK #ChristmasinHK

🎄✨ Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from GIC & GCC! ✨🎄   As the festive season approaches, we would like to thank all our partners, members, clients, and friends for your continued trust and support throughout the year. Together, we've achieved remarkable milestones, and we're excited for what the new year will bring!   Please note that our office will be closed on 24-26 December and 31 December - 1 January as we celebrate the holidays. We will be back to assist you starting 27 December and in the new year from 2 January.   We wish you a joyful holiday season filled with warmth, love, and celebration. Here's to a successful and prosperous 2025 for all of us! 🎉🌟   #GICHK #GCCHK #HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear #PartnerFor2025

We were excited to arrange a visit for the Chief Executive's Policy Unit of the HKSAR Government to the office of BASF last Thursday, where we explored the Dual System Professional Training Programme and shared best practices of German vocational training. This visit highlighted how BASF successfully implements the Dual System in Hong Kong, offering a robust model for professional development and skill-building. 💡 The discussion also opened up exciting possibilities for collaboration and innovation to further strengthen the programme in Hong Kong. A big thank you to BASF for hosting and sharing their valuable expertise! 🙌 #PartnerForDualTraining #VocationalTraining #DualSystem #GermanExcellence

🎄 December is here – are you planning to expand your team in the New Year?   Our latest #JobReport for December is now live, showcasing skilled professionals ready to make an impact. From Business Development Managers to graduates, find the right talent to support your goals in 2025.   Kick-start your recruitment planning and set your team up for success in the coming year. Explore the report today!   https://lnkd.in/g69uV62R    #GICHK #PartnerForRecruitment #TalentPool #NewYearNewTeam

We were delighted to support and participate in the Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) and Heilbronn University Graduate School (HUGS) Joint Symposium on “𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆”. 🎓🚀 A special thank you to Steve Ott from TGI Technology Limited, who joined an informative panel discussion on “𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗙𝘂𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵” alongside Ir Chris Cheung, CLP Power Academy, Prof Dr Tomas Benz and Daniel Nill of Hochschule Heilbronn - Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Informatik, and moderator David Ahlstrom of the Lee Shau Kee School of Business and Administration, Hong Kong Metropolitan University. Steve shared his valuable insights on the importance of real-life work experience for students, highlighting the role of training companies like TGI in the Dual System Professional Training approach. As Co-Lead of the HR Working Group of the German Chamber of Commerce, Hong Kong (GCC), Steve also introduced some of the Group’s latest initiatives to strengthen collaboration between German companies and education providers in Hong Kong. Thank you to #HKMU and #HUGS for organising this thought-provoking event and fostering dialogue between key stakeholders. 🤝 #GICHK #GCCHK #PartnerForDualTraining #dualsystemtraining #innovation #collaboration #GermanyinHK

🌟 𝗚𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 🎄💫 What a wonderful night! Over 280 members, partners, and friends of the German business community joined us at the Hong Kong Country Club for a festive evening filled with heart-warming community spirit, fun, and entertainment. Each year, the German Chamber Christmas Party is a perfect opportunity to appreciate the strong engagement and support within our community, and to jointly celebrate the holiday season. This year’s edition also included a special fundraising drive to support the Dual System Professional Training programme in the coming year and beyond. We would like to take this opportunity to once again thank each and everyone who generously donated and supported the future success of the programme – please stay tuned as we continue to drive this initiative forward! Last, but not least, a big 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨 goes to our amazing sponsors who made the event possible in the first place: KSB Company, Mercedes-Benz Hong Kong, DZ BANK AG Hong Kong Branch, Jebsen Group, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Asian Tigers Group, BlackHills Consulting, Deutsche Bank Hong Kong Branch, Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, KK Food Trading, METRO Sourcing International Limited, Siemens, and, of course, to Lufthansa Group and all our fantastic prize sponsors! Find some of our favourite snaps from last night below and click the link to view our full photo gallery: 📸: https://lnkd.in/g2KYSMwQ 🎄 We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2025! ❄️✨ #GCCHK #GICHK #ChristmasParty2024 #GermanyinHK

New insights from our #BusinessConfidenceSurvey reveal a challenging landscape for German companies in #China: Key Findings: 👉  Industry Outlook at Historic Low: For the current year, only 15% of surveyed companies anticipate improvements in their industry, while 55% expect a decline. 👉  Companies Brace for Challenging Market Conditions: 56% of respondents identify weak demand in China as one of their top three leading business challenges, followed by price pressure at 52%. 👉  Market Dynamics Trigger Localization 3.0: In response to competitive and price pressures, German companies operate more ‘in China for China’ and adopt the mindset of operating like a Chinese company. 👉   Competition Keeps Driving Investment: 51% of German companies plan to increase investment within the next two years. 👉   Innovative Edge of German Companies Is Fading: 55% of German firms expect Chinese competitors to become innovation leaders in their industry within five years, while 8% report this is already the case. 👉   Local Protectionism Tops Regulatory Challenges: For the first time, the "Buy China" trend has emerged as the primary regulatory challenge for German companies operating in China, with 29% 👉  Global Expansion of Chinese Companies Leading Business Opportunity: When ranking business opportunities in China, the internationalization of Chinese companies stood out as the sole category experiencing growth compared to last year and the leading business opportunity. #Localization 3.0 is a term used by the German Chamber of Commerce in China to describe a significant strategic shift where localization is now driven by local market dynamics alongside regulatory requirements. This shift is primarily triggered by rising competition and price pressures, leading German companies to deepen their localization strategies. For example, companies are increasingly adopting a local mindset in terms of doing business, with greater independence from their headquarters. Additionally, firms tend to localize to target global markets, essentially adopting a "being in China for China, plus being in China for the world" approach. At the same time, German companies continue to implement localization strategies to mitigate geopolitical risks. Localization 1.0 focused on overcoming market access constraints, such as the requirement to establish joint ventures with Chinese partners. In 2021, we coined the term Localization 2.0 to describe the development that emerged from China’s push for self-sufficiency and homegrown innovation, supported by specific regulations and incentives. Read on to learn how German firms are adapting their strategies in this evolving business environment. 👇 https://lnkd.in/ga8TGxb7 #PartnerForAdvocacy #PartnerForGrowth

🌏 Rückblick auf die Alp Bayern Delegation 2024 🌟   Im Oktober 2024 durften wir fünf bayerische Lebensmittel- und Getränkeunternehmen in Hongkong und Südchina begrüßen – in Zusammenarbeit mit alp Bayern und der AHK Greater China. Während des einwöchigen Programms stand das Beste bayerischer Handwerkskunst im Mittelpunkt: von Fleisch und Bier bis hin zu Wein und Schokolade.   🤝 Mit dieser Initiative stärken wir weiterhin die Beziehungen zwischen bayerischen Unternehmen und den Geschäftsmöglichkeiten in Hongkong und Südchina. Ein herzliches Dankeschön an unsere Partner, Teilnehmer und Unterstützer, die zum Erfolg dieser Delegation beigetragen haben!   🎥 Schauen Sie sich die Highlights unserer Reise an und erleben Sie, wie wir bayerische Spitzenqualität in neue Märkte bringen!   🌏 Alp Bayern Delegation 2024 Recap 🌟    In October 2024, we had the privilege of hosting five Bavarian food and beverage companies in Hong Kong and South China, in collaboration with alp Bayern and AHK Greater China. This week-long program showcased the best of Bavarian craftsmanship, from meats and beers to wines and chocolates.    🤝 This initiative continues to strengthen connections between Bavarian businesses and opportunities in Hong Kong and South China. A big thank you to our partners, participants, and supporters who made this delegation a success!    🎥 Watch the highlights of our journey and see how we’re bringing Bavarian excellence to new markets! Claudia Graeber Thilo Heuft Ulrike Lange Peter Botzleiner-Reber Raymond Wai Lam CHUNG Antonia Charlotte Winkler Evin Birhimeoglu Andy Chau Nele Brodeßer Cheryl Tang   #GICHK #AlpBayern #PartnerForSuccess #BavarianExcellence #FoodAndBeverage

🌏 Bridging the dynamic startup ecosystems of #Berlin and #HongKong ✨ The AsiaBerlin Summit 2024 last week brought together hundreds of leaders and decision-makers from business, politics, and institutions at the Rotes Rathaus for a two-day conference packed with thought-provoking panel discussions and networking opportunities. The event featured keynotes and insights from high-level speakers such as Berlin’s Senator for Economic Affairs, 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘇𝗶𝘀𝗸𝗮 𝗚𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝘆, State Secretary at the Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport, Susanne Henckel, and innovation leaders with a strong focus on Asia like Karena Belin, Clas Neumann, Martin Gothe, and many more. One of our highlights? Taking the Main Stage to host an engaging talk on 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮: 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀. A huge thank you to Karena Belin, Xin SONG, and Kiyoko Hashiba for joining our Delegate Hannes Farlock and panel moderator Antonia Charlotte Winkler on stage to share their unique perspectives on regional nuances, building local partnerships, and overcoming regulatory challenges in Asia’s dynamic markets. In sum, the AsiaBerlin Summit provided an excellent platform to gain valuable insights into the innovation landscapes of Berlin and Asia and to establish new connections. Big kudos to Marten Rauschenberg and the whole team for organising this inspiring event, we look forward to further exploring synergies and cooperation potentials between the two start-up hubs Berlin and Hong Kong! 👏 📸: AsiaBerlin #GICHK #AsiaBerlinSummit2024 #PartnerForInnovation #startups #innovation #entrepreneurship #scalingtoasia #businessopportunities

Am vergangenen Mittwoch hatten wir die Gelegenheit, im Rahmen einer gemeinsamen Infoveranstaltung mit der IHK Dresden sächsische Unternehmen zu treffen und über Kooperationsmöglichkeiten zwischen Sachsen und Hongkong zu sprechen. 🌏✨   Es war ein anregender Austausch über aktuelle Markttrends, Parallelen und Potenziale zwischen den beiden Standorten, vor allem im Innovationsbereich. Hannes Farlock und Antonia Charlotte Winkler gaben zusammen mit Martin Gothe (DC-Hub) authentische Einblicke in den Hongkonger Markt und für deutsche KMU und Startups verfügbare Ressourcen und Netzwerke. Herzlichen Dank an Stefan Lindner von der IHK Dresden und Frau Voß von der Wirtschaftsförderung Sachsen (Saxony Trade & Invest Corp.) für die gemeinsame Organisation, sowie an Natalia Kutz von der IHK zu Leipzig für die weite Anreise. Wir freuen uns auf weitere gemeinsame Veranstaltungen in Sachsen und Mitteldeutschland! #GICHK #IHK #AHK #PartnerWeltweit #Sachsen #Hongkong #Asien #Innovation