German Business Association - GBA

URGENT: Please support us with your Feedback on U.S. Reciprocal Tariffs As you are aware, the recent US reciprocal tariffs towards Vietnam have significant implications for many of our members. The German Business Association urgently needs your feedback to align our strategy jointly with our partners from EuroCham Vietnam and define our way forward based on your valuable input.  👉🗳 https://bit.ly/3R2Z79W Your responses will form the basis for a free workshop next week on the new tariff regime, organized in collaboration with EuroCham. We aim to ensure a strong and accurate representation of GBA members’ perspectives via high participation in this joint survey. 🚩 Deadline: 5 PM, Wednesday, 9 Apr 2025

📢 GBA OFFICE CLOSURE NOTICE: HUNG KINGS' COMMEMORATION DAY - REUNIFICATION DAY - LABOR DAY 2025 Dear Valued Members and Friends, In observance of Hùng Kings' Commemoration Day, Reunification Day of Vietnam, and International Labor Day 2025, our GBA office will be closed on the following dates: ✨ Monday, 7th April 2025 ✨ Wednesday, 30th April 2025 ✨ Thursday, 1st May 2025 Our office will remain open on all other weekdays, operating as usual from Monday to Friday, 9 AM - 6 PM. These significant holidays are a time to honor our history, celebrate unity, and appreciate the hard work that drives our progress. May this season bring you peace, joy, and moments of gratitude. Warm regards, The GBA Team #GBAOfficeClosure #HolidayNotice #GBACommunity

🔔[COMING UP SOON] DEUTSCHENTREFF HANOI | APRIL 22 Raise a toast to your week at our networking event 𝘋𝘦𝘶𝘵𝘴𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘯𝘛𝘳𝘦𝘧𝘧 on Tuesday, 22 April in Hanoi!🥂 This is the perfect opportunity to expand your professional connections, catch up with colleagues, and meet potential business partners. Whether you are seeking new collaborations or simply looking to grow your network, sign up now and be part of this exciting event!🤝 ℹ️Event Details: ‣ Date: Tuesday, 22 April 2025 ‣ Time: 6 PM – 9 PM ‣ Location: Nexus Lounge Westlake Hanoi, 174 Xuan Dieu, Tay Ho, Hanoi 🎫Entrance Fee: ‣ Advanced Registered GBA Members: Free ‣ Walk-in Members: VND 400,000 ‣ Non-Members: VND 400,000 Perks Included: 🍢 Complimentary Canapés and 🍺 Welcome Beer REGISTER NOW 👉 https://bit.ly/4cnbnvU #Networking #Connection #SocialEvents #ComingSoon #BusinessPartnership

[𝗦𝗨𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧] 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗨𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗕𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗗𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗗𝗔𝗬 & 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦!🩸✨ Deutsche Bank AG Ho Chi Minh City Branch, in collaboration with Deutsches Haus Ho Chi Minh City (official) and the Blood Transfusion Hematology Hospital Ho Chi Minh City, is hosting an exclusive 𝗕𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗗𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 drive for GBA members and Deutsches Haus’s tenants. Additionally, Raffles Medical Vietnam and #MYBODY Health Club will offer Health, Wellness, and Fitness Consultations for all participants. Due to limited capacity, pre-registration is highly recommended on a first-come, first-served basis. 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀: 📅 Date: April 11th, 2025 🕗 Time: 08 AM – 12 PM 📍 Venue: Deutsches Haus Ho Chi Minh City (official) 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮: 🩸 Blood Donation 🩺 Health Consultations with Dr. Jadranka from Raffles Medical Vietnam – covering overall wellness, hormonal balance, digestive issues, stress-related health impacts, micronutrient deficiencies, toxin exposures, and more! 💪 Fitness Activities with #MYBODY Health Club – including a Movement Test and body composition analysis to kickstart your fitness journey! 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗡 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 👉 https://lnkd.in/gJjBDgKR Let’s make a difference together! Save Lives & Boost Your Health! #BloodDonationDay #HealthConsultations #BoostYourHealth #Community #SaveLives

🌍MEET THE SPEAKER FROM GERMAN CONSULATE GENERAL HO CHI MINH CITY 💡Join us for the upcoming GBA Business Meeting on Monday, 14 April. Dive into a discussion on the geopolitical impacts of Trump's presidency on Vietnam's business environment and future EU investments. Our special guest, Dr. Josefine Wallat, Consul General of Germany in Ho Chi Minh City, will be sharing her insights. Dr. Josefine Wallat, born in Berlin, began her diplomatic career in 2001 with the German Foreign Office. She has held various significant positions, including Head of the Staff Council at the German Foreign Ministry (2016-2019), Deputy Head of Section for Northern Europe/UK (2013-2016), and led the Cultural Department at the German Embassy in Prague (2010-2013). Her earlier roles include Consul in the Economic Section in Shanghai (2006-2010) and member of the Policy Planning Staff in Berlin (2004-2006). Dr. Wallat was a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University, earning her M.Phil. and D.Phil. in International Relations, and holds a Master's in Political Science from the Free University Berlin. Seize this opportunity to learn from the best!✨ ---------------------------- 🚀GBA Business Meeting: "Traversing Vietnam’s Business Environment in the Current Global & Local Geopolitical Landscape" ◦ Date: Monday, 14 April ◦ Time: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM ◦ Venue: Sofitel Saigon Plaza REGISTER HERE 👉 https://bit.ly/41YnavL #Vietnam2025 #GlobalMarketImpact #VietnamGeopolitics #Insights #FDIs

CONNECT AND CELEBRATE: EUROPEAN NIGHT IS BACK! 🇪🇺🎉 🥳The German Business Association - GBA, in collaboration with Central and Eastern European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (CEEC), and Dutch Business Association Vietnam DBAV 🇳🇱, is excited to present the first #EuropeanNight of the year on Wednesday, April 16, in Ho Chi Minh City. 🇪🇺 This exclusive event, orchestrated by EuroCham Vietnam in partnership with its nine affiliated business associations, brings together professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to connect and explore new business opportunities within the vibrant #European community in Vietnam. ⭐Event Details: ▪︎ Date: Wednesday, April 16 ▪︎ Time: 6 PM – 9 PM ▪︎ Venue: Au Lac do Brazil, 131 Nguyen Hue Street, District 1, HCMC 🎟 Ticket Information: ▪︎ CEEC/DBAV/GBA Members: Free ▪︎ Other European BAs' Members: 300,000 VND ▪︎ Non-Members: 500,000 VND Perks included: 🍢Complimentary Canapés 🍺Welcome Drinks 🎁Lucky Draw Prizes with fabulous prizes 🎫Door Gifts sponsored by IN Dining outlets SIGN UP NOW 👉 https://bit.ly/4cgQhzc Don't miss out on this lively evening of networking, cultural exchanges, exciting lucky prizes, and the chance to build valuable business partnerships! Event Sponsors: Au Lac do Brazil | Alma Resort Cam Ranh | Lacàph Coffees of Việt Nam | Saigon Baigur #EuropeanNight2025 #BusinessNetworking #StayConnected #BusinessAssociations #Vietnam

🐰𝗚𝗕𝗔 𝗙𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱: 𝗔𝗡 𝗘𝗚𝗚-𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡!🎉 Join 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟬𝟬 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 at our fun and exciting 𝗚𝗕𝗔 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 next 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟭𝟮 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 at International German School Ho Chi Minh City (IGS)!👨👩👧👦 🐥This year, we are adding a fresh twist to tradition by celebrating Easter Day in a way that is perfect for both families and professionals alike. Join us for an afternoon filled with family-friendly games, delicious German food, and plenty of relaxed moments that will make this Easter celebration truly special! 🐇🌈🥚 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀: ‣ Date: Saturday, 12 April 2025 | ‣ Time: 3:30 PM - 7 PM ‣ Venue: International German School Ho Chi Minh City (IGS) ‣ Fee: Free for All Children | Free for GBA Members | VND 200k for Non-Members 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁: 🪂𝗙𝘂𝗻-𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 & 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗲𝘀: A variety of engaging activities suitable for all ages, with great prizes up for grabs! 🥨𝗙𝗹𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗚𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 & 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀: Indulge in authentic German delicacies by Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon at special prices. 📣Sponsorship Opportunities are now OPEN until Friday, 4 April, 2025. 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗡 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 👉 https://bit.ly/4kVpYlP #GBAFamilyDay #GBACommunity #EasterFun2025 #EasterCelebration #CelebrateTogether

🎯QUARTERLY LETTER FROM GBA CHAIRMAN | Q1 2025 We are thrilled to announce the release of the Chairman's Letter for Quarter 1 of 2025! 🚀 This insightful letter from our Chairman Alexander Ziehe provides a comprehensive overview of the key achievements, strategic initiatives, and future plans that are shaping the direction of our association. 💡Highlights: ‣ Strategic Vision: Our growth ambitions, regional expansion and quality focus.  ‣ Key Achievements: Milestones from Q1 in executing our strategy and support members. ‣ Future Plans: Upcoming events and activities in light of 30 years GBA. ‣ Member Spotlight: Extended benefits to enhance membership values. 👉 Read the full letter here: https://bit.ly/3RsaQ1N #QuarterlyLetter #StrategicVision #GrowthAmbitions #QualityFocus #GBA30Years

📣 GBA UPCOMING EVENTS | APRIL April is packed with exciting opportunities, from business meetings, networking events, excursions to workshops. Check out our event lineup and secure your spot today 👉 https://bit.ly/4gu4DwH ---------------------------------- 🚀 JOIN THE GBA COMMUNITY Become a member of Vietnam’s most dynamic network! Engage with passionate professionals, gain exclusive insights, and stay at the forefront of industry innovation. Join us today and be part of something extraordinary! #LatestNews #GBACommunity #UpcomingEvent #BeOurMember #HappeningSoon

🇩🇪 𝗚𝗕𝗔 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗧𝗪𝗢 𝗥𝗘𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗧𝗡𝗔𝗠 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗡 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 🇻🇳 In line with our Strategy 2025 and our commitment to strengthening our presence in Central Vietnam, we are expanding our footprint through dedicated representatives. We are therefore delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. David Will, General Director of DRÄXLMAIER Group Automotive Vietnam, and Mr. Andre Pierre Gentzsch, General Manager of #AriyanaTourismComplex , as GBA Representatives for Central Vietnam, effective April 1st, 2025. Their leadership, expertise, and dedication to business excellence will connect GBA members with the region’s dynamic business landscape. They will focus on membership development and supporting activities across Central Vietnam. Their leadership, expertise, and dedication to business excellence will connect GBA members with the region’s dynamic business landscape. They will focus on membership development and supporting activities across Central Vietnam. Learn more about their backgrounds 👉 https://bit.ly/4cb642i #GBAStrategy2025 #GBARepresentatives #CentralVietnam #Announcement #GBA