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2 Years

Frequency

800 Delegates

Attendance

2.5

Conference Days

Key Highlights of APK 2024

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Explore Key Insights from APK 2024

Discover a series of eight exclusive interviews with two influential leaders: Robert Habeck, Conference Co-Chairman and Federal Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate Action, and Roland Busch, Conference Co-Chairman and APA Chairman, President and CEO of Siemens. Dive into their perspectives on global economic challenges, opportunities in the Indo-Pacific region, and the significance of the Asia- Pacific Conference of German Business 2024 in India.
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Navigating Economic Challenges: Insights from Robert Habeck on the Indo-Pacific Region

Conference Co-Chairman and Federal Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Robert Habeck highlights that, despite rising nationalism and geopolitical tensions, the Indo-Pacific Region stands out for its technological innovation and rapid growth. The key to success lies in navigating challenges, embracing tech, and fostering regional cooperation.
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Roland Busch on Global Economic Challenges and Opportunities in the Indo-Pacific

Conference Co-Chairman and APA Chairman, President and CEO of Siemens, Roland Busch, highlights the need for global collaboration to address challenges like climate change and urbanisation. He sees German technology as crucial for driving sustainable growth in the Indo-Pacific and enhancing cooperation.
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Robert Habeck on Germany’s Derisking Strategy: Diversification, Financial Support, and Sustainability Integration

Conference Co-Chairman and Federal Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Robert Habeck explains Germany’s derisking approach, which focuses on diversification and expanding markets rather than decoupling. The German government supports this with financial guarantees, advisory services, and sustainability integration to enhance global business opportunities.
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Roland Busch on Navigating Geopolitical Challenges and Derisking Portfolios

Conference Co-Chairman and APA Chairman, President and CEO of Siemens, Roland Busch, discusses how companies are adapting to the geopolitical climate. He believes that, while globalisation continues, diversifying supply chains and finding new markets are crucial for growth, thereby highlighting the need for local partnerships and political support.
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Robert Habeck on Strengthening the EU & Indo-Pacific Trade and Cooperation

Conference Co-Chairman and Federal Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Robert Habeck outlines how the EU and the Indo-Pacific region are advancing cooperation through multilateral trade and bilateral agreements. The focus is on fostering a stable economic environment, enhancing technological exchange, and addressing global challenges like climate change.
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Roland Busch on Top Opportunities for India-Germany Cooperation

Conference Co-Chairman and APA Chairman, President and CEO of Siemens, Roland Busch, highlights India's evolution as a hub for digital innovation and its push for sustainable infrastructure. He sees significant opportunities for German-Indian cooperation, particularly in enhancing manufacturing efficiency and supporting India's tech-driven growth with pragmatic trade agreements.
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Robert Habeck on the Indo-Pacific's Crucial Role in Germany's Diversification Strategy

Conference Co-Chairman and Federal Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Robert Habeck emphasises the Indo-Pacific region's vital role in Germany's diversification strategy. With its rapid economic growth, wealth of resources, and tech innovation, it is key to securing resources, advancing technologies, and strengthening industrial ties.
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Roland Busch on the Importance of Attending APK 2024

Conference Co-Chairman and APA Chairman, President and CEO of Siemens, Roland Busch, stresses the importance of attending the Asia-Pacific Conference of German Business 2024 (APK) in India, this year. It’s a prime opportunity for collaboration and growth, bringing together leaders to explore new opportunities and outline future growth plans.
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APK 2024: 30 sec Intro

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APK 2024: Second Day Morning

Asia-Pacific Conference of German Business 2024

The Asia-Pacific Conference of German Business (APK) is the flagship event for business leaders, executives, and political representatives to discuss and promote economic relations between Germany and Asia-Pacific.

Since 1986, the conference is being held biennially in various locations across the Asia-Pacific region.

The APK is jointly organised by the Asia-Pacific Committee of German Business (APA), the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), and the German Chambers of Commerce Abroad (AHK) in Asia-Pacific.

The conference is co-chaired by the APA Chairman, President and CEO of Siemens AG, Roland Busch and the Vice Chancellor and Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Robert Habeck. The conference's objective is to provide a platform to deepen the dialogue on current economic developments in Europe and the Asia-Pacific region as well as to build and strengthen personal and economic ties.

The 18th APK will coincide with the timing of the Indian German Government Consultations and we have the privilege to welcome the Indian Prime Minister Modi and Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany Scholz at the conference.




Conference Chairs

Why attend the Asia-Pacific Conference of German Business in India in 2024?

India, Germany and all other countries in Asia-Pacific and Europe must move together on a path for industrial development with more resource conservation and climate protection. That requires smart minds and a lot of creativity to develop forward-looking solutions. At the conference, we will be joined by many inspiring people from Asia Pacific, the EU and Germany. We will explore how we can shape our industrial future, while improving social inclusion and climate and environmental protection. Join us at the Asia-Pacific Conference of German Business 2024 in India!

H.E. Robert Habeck

Vice-Chancellor & Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Federal Republic of Germany

The Asia-Pacific region is a global powerhouse for cutting-edge technologies and innovation and it offers manifold market opportunities for companies across industries. To mutually utilize this potential and to jointly address global challenges, constant dialogue is key. The APK provides a unique platform for ongoing exchange. It facilitates thought provoking discussions, for example on industrial excellence or resource conservation by connecting business leaders, policymakers and Think Tanks. Let’s meet in New Delhi to discuss new ideas towards a sustainable future for our societies.

Roland Busch

Chairman of the Asia-Pacific Committee of German Business & President and CEO, Siemens

APK with the Heads Of Government

The 18th APK will coincide with the timing of the Indian German Government Consultations, and we have the privilege to welcome the Indian Prime Minister Modi and Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany Scholz at the conference. Both Head of Government will deliver a Keynote on the first morning of the of the conference.

Meet the Speakers

Further to the Conference Chairmen our distinguished list of speakers and moderators, who have confirmed to date are:

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Alexander von zur Muehlen

CEO Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and Germany & Member of the Management Board of Deutsche Bank AG

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Alicia García-Herrero

Chief Economist for Asia Pacific, Natixis and Senior Fellow, Bruegel

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Ambassador Romana Vlahutin

Distinguished Fellow for Geostrategy, German Marshall Fund

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Anish Shah

President, FICCI & Group CEO and Managing Director, Mahindra Group

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Anna Maria Braun

CEO of B. Braun Group

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Anne de Chammard

Executive Board Member & Group Executive Vice President of Siemens Energy

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Chana Poomee

Chief Sustainability Officer of The Siam Cement Public Company Limited

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Christoph Heusgen

Chairman of the Munich Security Conference

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H.E. Bettina Stark-Watzinger

Federal Minister of Education and Research, Federal Republic of Germany

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H.E. Piyush Goyal

Minister of Commerce and Industry, Government of India

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H.E. Robert Habeck

Vice-Chancellor & Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Federal Republic of Germany

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Hubertus Heil

Federal Minister of Labour and Social Affairs, Germany

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Inge Hofkens

Chief Operations Officer of Multimetal Recycling

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Ishan Palit

Chief Operating Officer of TÜV SÜD Group

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Jan Rinnert

Chairman of the Board of Managing Directors, CEO of Heraeus Group

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Markus Kamieth

CEO of BASF SE

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Miguel Ángel López Borrego

CEO of thyssenkrupp AG

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Olaf Scholz

The Federal Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany

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Peter Adrian

President of the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK)

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Rohit Pathak

President & CEO Birla Copper

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Roland Busch

Chairman of the Asia-Pacific Committee of German Business & President and CEO, Siemens

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Roshni Nadar Malhotra

Chairperson of HCLTech

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Rowena Smith

Managing Director & CEO, Australian Strategic Materials

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Samir Puri

Associate Fellow, UK in the World Programme, Chatham House

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Sanjiv Puri

President, Confederation of Indian Industry and Chairman & Managing Director, ITC

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Shamika Ravi

Member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, and Secretary to the Government of India.

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Siegfried Russwurm

President, Federation of German Industries

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Susanne Wiegand

CEO, RENK Group and Chairwoman, BDI Committee on Security

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Tanuj Kapilashrami

Chief Strategy & Talent Officer of Standard Chartered

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Veda Vaidyanathan

Associate fellow at the Centre for Social and Economic Progress (CSEP)

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