Economy
The Economic Section is one of the three pillars supporting Germany's promotion of foreign trade; the other two being Germany Trade & Invest and the German Chambers of Industry and Commerce abroad (AHK). The main emphasis of the daily work schedule is placed on German-Irish economic relations and economic relations to third countries. This section also focuses on research and techology, Irish domestic and foreign trade, invitations to tender, trade fairs and exhibitions, tourism and analysing statistics. The Economic Section also helps Germans who are looking for work in Ireland and Irish people who are looking for work in Germany with useful tips and information. In addition to this, the Economic Section maintains contact with the trade unions, employer and trade associations and with representatives or resident agents for domestic and foreign companies.
It marked the birth of the euro, when a new era in the history of European cooperation began 20 years ago with a brief ceremony in Maastricht, the Netherlands. On February 7, 1992 the ministers for the finance and foreign affairs of the then twelve member states of the European Community signed the Treaty on European Union, thus sealing the introduction of a single European currency.
The foundation stone of the EU monetary union
Fostering German-Irish business links: Launching of new car leasing services
Sixt, a German family owned company, have started their car leasing service in Ireland in 2011. Managing Director Conor Kelly hopes to create up to 30 new jobs in the next few years. A launching ceremony in a Booterstown pub on 15 Sept. 2011 was attended by the deputy head of the Embassy, Mr Peter Zingraf, who in his address highlighted the opportunities of doing business in Ireland and the high potential of the Irish economy. The photo shows Conor Kelly, Presidential candidate Seán Gallagher and Peter Zingraf.
On the 30th of August 2011, the Deputy Head of the German Embassy, Mr Peter Zingraf, attended the 30th anniversary celebration of the German company Kirchhoff in Letterkenny/Donegal. Kirchhoff are a family owned company who came to Ireland in 1981 starting with 17 employees. It has now 100 staff and is a first tier supplier of body parts to BMW Mini, Ford, Volkswagen and General Motors.
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German-Irish Chamber of Industry and Commerce
"We open doors in Germany" -- At 120 locations in 80 countries around the world, the members of the German Chamber Network (AHKs) offer their experience, connections and services to German and foreign companies. AHKs are located in all countries which are of special interest for German companies.
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