Overview of Partnerships and Initiatives

The DIHK collaborates with a broad network of partners – from regional Chambers of Industry and Commerce (IHKs) to German Chambers of Commerce Abroad and public and private actors from politics, administration, and business. These partnerships consolidate practical experience, share knowledge, and design joint projects to support businesses in tackling current challenges and promote exchange at both national and international levels. Through collaboration, practical offers, cross-border services, and impulses for sustainable business practices are created – benefiting the entire commercial economy.

Alliance for Vocational Education and Training

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Alliance for Vocational Education and Training

Bringing as many young people as possible to a qualified vocational qualification, is the aim of the "Alliance for Vocational Education and Training", in which the German government, the Federal Employment Agency, the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK), and other industry...

Board Europe

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Board Europe – entrepreneurial perspectives for EU economic policy

In the Board Europe, experiences from practical operations, the IHKs (German Chambers of Commerce and Industry), and the AHK network (German Chambers Abroad) are incorporated into economic policy work at the EU level.

Business Scouts for Development

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Business Scouts for Development – Support for Companies in International Projects

Your entry into international projects with a development focus

Business Women IHK

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Business Women IHK: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs. Shaping the Economy

Nationwide network with more than 300 female entrepreneurs actively involved in the German Chambers of Commerce and Industry (IHKs).

European Parliament of Enterprises

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European Parliament of Enterprises: The Voice of Business in the EU

At the European Parliament of Enterprises (EPdU), entrepreneurs from across Europe take the seats of Members of the European Parliament in the plenary chamber in Brussels for one day to discuss and vote on economic policy topics; the DIHK coordinates the German entrepreneurs' delegation.

Country Initiatives

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International Business Initiatives of the German Economy

The regional initiatives of the German economy strengthen international markets: They connect businesses, represent their interests politically, and facilitate market access, investments, and cooperation worldwide.

Young Entrepreneurs

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Junior Chamber Germany - Young Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders

The Junior Chamber gives the young economy a strong voice - for better start-up conditions, more entrepreneurial education, and a modern economic policy. For many years, the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK) has supported their commitment at all levels.