Hanoi & Ho Chi Minh City, January 26, 2026, the German Business Association in Vietnam (GBA) successfully held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2026, welcoming more than 130 members and distinguished guests from the German business community in Vietnam.
The AGM was honoured by the presence of Mr. Simon Kreye, Deputy Head of Mission of the German Embassy in Hanoi, Ms. Andrea Sühl, German Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, and Mr. Christian-Ludwig Weber-Lortsch, former German Ambassador to Vietnam (2003-2007). The participation of senior diplomatic representatives once again underscored the close partnership and strong support of Germany for the German business community in Vietnam.
At the AGM, Ms. Andrea Sühl, German Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, emphasized: “We see significant potential in Vietnam, particularly in infrastructure development, railway systems, logistics solutions and the green economy. These are sectors that offer substantial opportunities for German expertise and innovation. According to the Business Confidence Index (BCI), 88% of surveyed companies expressed confidence in Vietnam’s long term economic outlook. On this basis, we remain firmly committed to working closely with the GBA to further strengthen German Vietnamese cooperation, while actively supporting initiatives of the business community and contributing to a dynamic and sustainable business environment.”
At the meeting, Mr. Simon Kreye, Deputy Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany, highlighted: “Over the past 30 years, the GBA has evolved into one of the most influential business associations in Vietnam. Its members not only serve as a bridge between enterprises, but also contribute to closer ties between the two communities, actively supporting Vietnam’s modernization process and strengthening Germany’s economic presence in the country.”
During the AGM, members reviewed the key achievements and financial report for 2025, concluding that 2025 marked a successful year for the GBA with strong progress across strategic initiatives, growth to more than 430 members, financial stability, and the introduction of new formats that create long-term value for the Association. Members also reviewed strategic priorities for 2026 and elected the GBA Board for the new term.
GBA extends its warm congratulations to the newly elected Board member. With a leadership team that represents the various industries, expertise, and strength of the GBA community, the Association is well positioned to drive member-led initiatives and deliver meaningful, long-term impact.
𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗡:
∘ Alexander Ziehe | Hettich Vietnam
𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘-𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗠𝗘𝗡:
∘ Björn Koslowski | AHK Vietnam – Delegation of the German Industry and Commerce in Vietnam
∘ Dirk Arend | CBTW
∘ Tuan Vi | Schaeffler Vietnam
𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗥:
∘ Max Rummert | Bayer Vietnam
𝗘𝗨𝗥𝗢𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗠 𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗧𝗘:
∘ André de Jong | Bosch Vietnam
𝗕𝗢𝗔𝗥𝗗 𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗦:
∘ Daniel Maximilian HENN | Fuchs Lubricants Vietnam
∘ Jan-Christian Koldehoff | Fr. Meyer’s Sohn
∘ Michael Wekezer | Rödl Vietnam
Looking ahead to 2026, Mr. Alexander Ziehe shared: “We place strong value on the voices of our members, as they are at the heart of everything we do. With nine committed Board members and business leaders representing diverse key industries, we bring together a breadth of knowledge and experience to guide GBA forward. The Board is united in its dedication to leading the Association into its next chapter and fourth decade, and we will continue to reflect, align, and engage closely with our community through strategic offsite discussions to define clear priorities and direction together.”
With renewed leadership and clear strategic direction, we are confident that the GBA will continue to grow as a trusted platform for connection, collaboration, and opportunity.
