AHK Greater China is the key supporter of German foreign business development in China, working on behalf of the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany. With its five main offices (Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hong Kong & Taipei) and seven supporting offices (Tianjin, Shenyang, Taicang, Qingdao, Hangzhou, Shenzhen and Chengdu) it represents German business interests in China and advocates Sino-German business cooperation. Official Representation The Delegations of German Industry and Commerce are the most important partners of the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology in terms of promotion of German business in Greater China. Together with Germany’s missions abroad (embassy and consulates) the Delegations officially represent the interests of Germany’s industry and commerce towards political and administrative authorities in China. Member Organization The German Chamber of Commerce in China is the official member organization of German companies in China. By providing up-to-date market information and practical advice the German Chamber helps its members to succeed in China. It offers a platform for the Sino-German business community and represents its members’ interests towards stakeholders including government bodies and the public. The Chamber was founded in 1999 and currently has around 2,400 members in mainland China. Service Provider The service provider of the network of German Chambers of Commerce (AHK) in Greater China supports companies with their market entry and business development in China and Germany. Under the brand DEinternational, German Industry & Commerce it provides business services which encompass all aspects of the market entry process. These include market research and business partner search, company establishment and patent registration, recruitment and training, as well as PR and marketing support.