The Key Policy Areas of the DIHK

Overview of the key policy areas of the DIHK, providing in-depth information, background reports, studies and surveys as well as ideas and positions of the Chambers of Commerce and Industry (IHK) on key issues of the German and European economy.

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Business Law and Regulation

Legal certainty and efficient processes are critical for investment and economic dynamism. The DIHK highlights where national and European regulations must be modernised to reduce bureaucracy, accelerate infrastructure projects and create planning security.

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Corporate Development

Corporate development encompasses all stages of a company's lifecycle — from start-up to succession planning. The DIHK identifies the political framework conditions that facilitate growth, secure financing and strengthen the Mittelstand in its economic development.

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Economic and Fiscal Policy

A strong economy requires reliable political framework conditions — both nationally and at the European level. The DIHK identifies where reform is needed in economic and financial policy: from competitive taxation and reduced bureaucracy to improved investment conditions and sound public finances.

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Energy policy

Energy secures competitiveness and value creation. The DIHK outlines the key decisions that need to be made regarding energy prices, security of supply, grid infrastructure, regulation and the energy transition — so that businesses can operate reliably, affordably and in a climate-neutral manner.

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Infrastructure

Efficient infrastructures are essential for growth, competitiveness, and security of supply. The DIHK consolidates the perspectives of businesses and highlights where transport routes, digital networks, energy systems, and planning processes need to interact – for reliable, modern, and...

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Innovation and Digitalisation

Digital innovation drives growth and competitiveness. The DIHK outlines the key decisions needed in infrastructure, technology adoption and regulation — so that businesses can harness the opportunities of digitalisation and the location remains economically dynamic.

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International Trade and Market Access

Open trade requires predictable framework conditions. The DIHK identifies what businesses need for successful market access, stable supply chains and fair competition — and brings these perspectives into trade policy discussions worldwide.

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Skilled Workforce and Education

Skilled workers safeguard competitiveness and growth. The DIHK identifies the decisive steps required in schools, vocational training, continuing education, labour market policy and immigration — so that businesses can find and retain the talent they need for transformation and growth.

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Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility

Social sustainability strengthens both business and society. The DIHK demonstrates how companies create a sustainable future through responsible corporate governance, fair working conditions, integration and family-friendly models — and what political framework conditions they require to do so.