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🌍 Here’s to cross-border teamwork! 🌍   Europe Day is celebrated every year on May 9th to promote peace and unity in Europe. Introduced by the predecessor of the EU, it reminds us of shared values and cross-border cooperation, even in difficult times. We at OVB believe that our success is based on the diversity of our company. We see solidarity and teamwork as a key strength, and we are proud to currently be active in 16 European countries. As our CEO Mario Freis highlights:   “People from the most diverse nations with the most varied backgrounds and personalities work for our company. This not only helps us to ensure balanced knowledge and expertise spanning all generations and regions, but also to reach broad sections of the population with our valuable services. We specifically promote international communications in order to learn from each other, which helps us to improve even further.”   Today, we use Europe Day as a reminder to our commitment to collaboration across countries. Together, we are stronger! Happy Europe Day!   Were you aware of this special day? Let us know what Europe means to you! 👇   OVB Vermögensberatung AG OVB Allfinanz España OVB Conseils en Patrimoine France Sàrl OVB WILLEMOT OVB Allfinanz Polska Spółka Finansowa Sp. z o.o. OVB Slovenija OVB Allfinanz Slovensko OVB Vermögensberatung Schweiz AG OVB Consulenza Patrimoniale - Italia OVB Magyarország OVB Allfinanzvermittlungs GmbH Österreich OVB Allfinanz Romania OVB Hellas OVB Allfinanz Hrvatska OVB Allfinanz Ukraine OVB Allfinanz a.s.   📸 Credits: Pexels / Monstera Production   #mindsetchange #modernworkplace #myovb #EuropeDay2024

Amb. Moi Lemoshira, Kenya’s Ambassador to Japan, emphasized that Kenya's participation in Expo Osaka 2025 will have a significant multiplayer effect, directly benefiting initiatives like TICAD (Tokyo International Conference on African Development). He highlighted how this Expo will enhance Kenya-Japan political and diplomatic ties, further strengthening the partnership between the two countries. The timing of the Expo is pivotal for Kenya, aligning with key development goals and presenting invaluable opportunities to showcase innovation, attract investment, and boost trade with Japan and the wider Asian market. #ExportAgendaKE

The celebration of the traditional Japanese festival Tanabata, organized by the Japanese Business Alliance in Serbia (JBAS), with the support of the Embassy of Japan in Serbia, was held at the Museum of the History of Yugoslavia in Belgrade, in the presence of Jelena Begovic, Minister of Science, Technological Development and Innovation, Adrijana Mesarović, Minister of Economy, the ambassador of Japan, H.E. Akira Imamura, and Goran Pekez, president of JBAS. The celebration of the famous "Festival of Stars" has been symbolically marked by hanging wishes written on Tanzaku papers on bamboo trees specially planted for this occasion. H.E. Akira Imamura expressed his satisfaction with the progress in bilateral relations and economic cooperation: "I greatly appreciate that JBAS supports the activities of its member companies through expert advice, building business networks and other activities, which greatly contributes to the strengthening of economic relations between Japan and Serbia. Following the successful visit of the Serbian business delegation to Japan, it is expected that this fall the business delegation of JETRO - Japan External Trade Organization will visit Serbia. This visit will further encourage investments by Japanese companies in Serbia and improve our economic ties." Goran Pekez, president of the Japanese Business Alliance in Serbia (JBAS), pointed out that Japan is among the 10 largest investor countries in Serbia, and that this association of Japanese investors is very proud of that: "We hope that the increased interest of Japanese investors in Serbia, among other things, is the result of our continuous efforts to share our experiences with other Japanese companies. Our joint plan for the future is clear, we want to use the great potential of the World Expo 2025 in Osaka and the Belgrade Expo 2027 to promote Serbia as a destination for investments by Japanese companies." On the occasion, the Japanese business alliance in Serbia launched the initiative Society 5.0, Japan’s government vision of the ongoing worldwide technological revolution and social transformation with human development and well-being at the center of its goals, with the aim to support the Serbian economy and institutions in sustainable development in the fields of modern transport and urbanization, the energy sector, the education system, as well as to encourage economic competitiveness through the digital transformation of the industry. Government of the Republic of Serbia Ministarstvo privrede Republike Srbije Embassy of Japan #JBAS #Japan #Serbia #Tanabata #JapaneseTechnology #JapaneseInnovation #collaboration #partnership #investments #socialresponsibility

"With Japan by our side, only sky is the limit", stated today President Aleksandar Vučić, who underlined a bold vision for the future of economic ties at the historic Serbia-Japan Business Forum. "Our progress is outpacing many, and with greater Japanese presence, the possibilities are endless. Serbia is among the best in Europe for providing subsidies to companies like yours. Our trade exchange may still be under 350 million euros, but I am confident we’ll soon unlock much greater potential, achieving our dreams together." Prime Minister Miloš Vučević echoed this spirit of collaboration: "Serbia offers a stable and predictable environment, with clear monetary and fiscal policies, and an education system primed to grow alongside industry, where we see tremendous opportunities for partnership with Japanese companies." In addition to the esteemed Japanese guests, 40 members of JBAS - Japanese Business Alliance in Serbia proudly participated in this pivotal moment. We are honored to have contributed to this remarkable event, hosted by the Government of Serbia. #Serbia #Japan #BusinessForum #EconomicPartnership #Innovation #JETRO #JBAS #FutureForward

🌍 Coming up: Egyptian group of the Partnering in Business Programme visiting Germany 🌍 We are thrilled to announce that the Egyptian delegation of the Partnering in Business with Germany programme is gearing up to visit Germany this upcoming weekend, and Madiba is looking forward to it with great anticipation! 🎉 🤝 This visit presents a fantastic opportunity for meaningful exchanges and fostering stronger economic ties between Egypt and Germany. We are eagerly anticipating the next two weeks, which we are confident will be filled with enriching discussions and fruitful collaborations. 💼💬 🔍 This programme serves as a pivotal platform for both Egyptian and German entities to expand their economic relationships while engaging in on-site company visits. It's an invaluable opportunity to strengthen bilateral ties and explore new avenues of cooperation. 🌐💡 Madiba is currently in the final stages of planning and is ready to warmly welcome the participants upon their arrival in Germany. We are excited to announce that we will be attending the Hannover Messe together, followed by engaging training sessions and company visits. 🛫🏭 This diverse group comprises 19 managers from various industries, with a focus on Industry 4.0, all coming together to explore opportunities and foster collaborations in Germany. 🤝🔧 Interested companies looking to join future groups are encouraged to reach out to us or visit the Partnering in Business with Germany page (https://lnkd.in/efiqKJAE) if they wish to support the programme. 📧📲 Partnering in Business with Germany is an instrument of the Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz (Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK)) to promote foreign trade. The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH (GIZ) has been commissioned to implement the Programme on behalf of the BMWK. 🌍🤝 Let's make these two weeks count! 💼🌟 #PartneringInBusinessWithGermany #Egypt #Germany #Networking #EconomicGrowth #GIZ #BMWK #Madiba

On October 17th and 18th, Belgrade will welcome 160 Japanese companies, the largest number in the history of relations between the two countries. This visit, organized by the Government of the Republic of Serbia and Japan - The Government of Japan with the support of the Japanese Business Alliance, marks a significant step forward in increasing Japanese investments in Serbia. As Mr. Goran Pekez, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Japanese Business Alliance in Serbia, stated, "This visit is a clear sign of growing interest in Serbia as a destination for foreign investments." He added, "It's also a great opportunity to showcase Serbia's economic progress and future potential, especially leading up to the 2025 Osaka Expo and the 2027 Belgrade Expo." With companies coming from sectors like information technology, healthcare, energy, and more, this visit is expected to open doors for numerous collaborations. Notably, the IT sector and Serbia's startup community are drawing significant attention, especially in areas like artificial intelligence. Mr. Oliver Lepori, Executive Director of the Japanese Business Alliance in Serbia, highlighted the long-standing friendship between the two countries, which spans over 140 years, and this event is a testament to that strong relationship. Mr. Yasunari Miyauchi, Director of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), emphasized the key purpose of the upcoming visit by Japanese companies to Serbia. He highlighted, "Some of these companies will come to invest, while others are looking to establish partnerships with Serbian companies." Miyauchi underscored that this visit is a strategic move to foster deeper economic collaborations between the two nations. #Serbia #Japan #Investment #BelgradeExpo2027 #OsakaExpo2025 #EconomicGrowth #ForeignInvestment #Innovation #JapaneseCompanies #Partnership #InternationalCooperation #jbas

🚀 New Business Opportunities for British Companies: Join the Trade Mission to Bolivia, March 2025 🇬🇧🇧🇴 Be part of the Trade Mission 2025, celebrating 185 years of UK-Bolivia diplomatic relations and Bolivia's Bicentennial. This mission offers direct access to Bolivia’s growing market and key stakeholders. What’s in it for you? 📍 Business Rounds in La Paz or Santa Cruz: Tailored networking in key sectors like Agri-tech, Mining, Retail, Industry, Financial Services, and Education. Showcase your products or services and connect with local companies. 📍 British Week Sucre: Participate in cultural and innovation-focused events that enhance your brand’s visibility and allow you to engage with public and private leaders. Why Participate? ✔️ Build partnerships and secure valuable business leads. ✔️ Position your brand in Bolivia’s key industries. ✔️ Leverage support from the British-Bolivian Chamber of Commerce. Fee: GBP 200 Deadline: January 15, 2025 📩 For more details or to register, contact: Melissa.Ortiz@fcdo.gov.uk Take advantage of this opportunity to grow your business in Bolivia! #TradeMission2025 #UKinBolivia #BusinessOpportunities #Networking #Innovation Melissa Ortiz Bernardo X. Fernandez-Telleria Martín Terán Valenzuela Yuliana Marian Ramos Salinas Anna Sophia Doyle Jose M. Matte V. Cecilia Maita Pozo Britcham Bolivia Fernando Orellana Sergio Ramiro Angulo Numbela

🌟 Yesterday, I had the pleasure of participating in the “Networking by the Embassy” event, organized by the Bilateral Chamber of Commerce Bulgaria Romania (BCCBR) and hosted at the Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in Romania. A wonderful chance to reconnect with old friends and long-time collaborators🤗 and to make new connections. 🤝✨ Great company, good food 🍽️, and wine 🍷, and light conversations ... or not quite. 😄 We talked about the access to Schengen 🚪 and the shared desire of both countries to overcome this obstacle 🛤️, about "Лека нощ, деца!" 🧒🌙 and the times when we, the Romanians, used to see food more often on Bulgarian television 📺 than in our own stores, about the similarities and differences (mostly similarities) between the politicians in our countries 🏛️🗳️and about competition law (how else?). However, most of the discussions revolved around Apollodorus of Damascus 🏗️! Yes, indeed! All the participants in the conversation agreed, with a touch of bitter humor 🤭, that the best chance we have of seeing a new bridge built over the Danube 🌉 in the near future would be if we could bring Apollodorus back to life, Jurassic Park style. 🦕 On a more serious note, there was much discussion about rail networks 🚂, highways 🛣️, and bridges. Especially bridges. 🌉 To whom it may concern, closer trade relations 🤝 between Romania and Bulgaria need more than just people and companies willing to cooperate. They need also physical infrastructure 🛠️! #NewBridgeOverDanube! I take this opportunity to thank Doru Dragomir, President of BCCBR, for inviting me. 🙏👏 🇷🇴🤝🇧🇬 #Networking #BusinessRelations #RomaniaBulgaria #BuildingBridges #TradeRelations #Infrastructure #Collaboration

🌍🤝 Enhancing Collaboration Between Romania and Portugal: A Strategic Approach to Regional Growth and Connectivity 🇷🇴🇵🇹 We were honored to attend a distinguished business event hosted by the Romanian Portuguese Chamber of Commerce, which included the participation of the State Secretary for Reconstruction, Connectivity, and Solidarity at the General Secretariat of the Government of Romania. This gathering provided a crucial forum for executives from leading Portuguese and international investors to engage in substantive dialogues with key government representatives. Together, we examined avenues for collaboration that aim to strengthen connectivity and promote sustainable development within our regions. We are optimistic about the prospects of our partnership and eagerly anticipate the opportunity to exchange insights and cultivate relationships that will enhance the resilience and prosperity of both Romania and Portugal. #GFSEngineering # Collaboration #Romania #Portugal #RegionalGrowth #Connectivity #SustainableDevelopment #BusinessPartnership #Networking #EconomicDevelopment #RomanianPortugueseChamber

𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭: 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐲 💼 💡 The XII Argentina-UK Business Networking Day, organised by the British Argentine Chamber of Commerce, was held at the Argentine Ambassador's residence in London. The event featured a networking coffee, an opening panel, a keynote on Argentina's economic outlook, discussions on UK-Argentina business and trade opportunities, and solutions for the global energy transition. It concluded with a keynote speaker and a cocktail reception. Federico Cincotta, a legal advisor at Cincotta International Advisory Firm, provided interesting insights, "There is a legal framework to facilitate trade and provide international protection for foreign and domestic investment. Thus, foreigners and nationals will have the same rights to obtain credit and access all sectors of the economy. This will offer large investors protection not previously available under prior legislation." @Pedro Sonderéguer, Minister of Trade, Tourism and Economy at the Argentine Embassy London, also contributed, "The trending news in our country revolves around our president and all the changes he proposes. However, it's important to remember that Argentina offers numerous investment opportunities. Argentina is much more than Vaca Muerta; there are many other prospects, including discussions about investing in a dinosaur theme park!" #deheza #events #business #opportunities #argentina #networking Fiona Clouder