Press Release

July 2025

MGCC appoints Infineon’s Florian Herrmann as new president for 2025–2027 term 
The new board was elected during MGCC’s 34th Annual General Meeting last week.

The Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MGCC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Florian Herrmann as its new President for the 2025– 2027 term. Mr. Herrmann, who brings extensive leadership experience and a strong track record of advancing German-Malaysian business ties, was officially elected at MGCC’s Annual General Meeting held on 26 June 2025. 

Mr. Herrmann currently serves as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Infineon Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd and has been an active contributor to MGCC’s strategic initiatives over the past years, serving as MGCC Treasurer in the previous term.

July 2025

German businesses in Malaysia remain strongly optimistic amid global uncertainties
The latest World Business Outlook Survey reveals high confidence in local market and growth prospects amid ongoing global headwinds.

German companies operating in Malaysia remain highly confident in the country’s business environment, according to the latest World Business Outlook Spring 2025 Survey conducted by the Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MGCC). The survey reveals that 91% of German businesses rate their current business situation in Malaysia as “good” or “satisfactory”, underscoring sustained optimism despite a volatile global economic landscape. 

The biannual survey, part of a global initiative by the German Chambers of Commerce Abroad (AHK), captures the outlook of German businesses in over 90 countries. This latest edition reflects a growing sense of resilience, with 93% of respondents expecting business conditions in Malaysia to remain the same or improve over the next 12 months — a 30% increase compared to 2024. This jump signals a rebound in sentiment and renewed trust in Malaysia’s position as a stable and attractive business destination.

May 2025

German aerospace and aviation delegation explores business opportunities in Malaysia 
This initiative offers Malaysian aerospace companies a unique platform to engage with German experts and explore high-impact collaborations.

The Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MGCC) is hosting a German aerospace and aviation delegation from 26 to 30 May 2025. The delegation will bring together leading German technology providers and Malaysian industry players for a week-long engagement focused on innovation, knowledge exchange, and strategic collaboration.

This initiative, supported by the German Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE) under the Market Development Programme, aims to foster meaningful connections between the two countries’ aerospace sectors. Through this delegation, MGCC is creating a dynamic platform for business networking, technological exchange, and the development of long-term partnerships.

May 2025

Bridge to the German market: Trade and investment agency NRW.Global Business opens ASEAN Service Desk in Kuala Lumpur

North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), Germany’s most important economic region, is strengthening its international presence in Southeast Asia. The state-owned trade and investment agency, NRW.Global Business is opening a new ASEAN Service Desk in Kuala Lumpur to signal the intensification of economic relations between NRW and the ASEAN countries. The official opening took place today as part of a business roundtable with the Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MGCC).

March 2025

Malaysia and Germany: Seizing Business Opportunities Through Malaysia’s ASEAN Leadership

As Malaysia takes on the chairmanship of ASEAN, the Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MGCC) sees immense potential for businesses in both Malaysia and Germany to capitalise on the region’s growing economic integration. This leadership presents a significant opportunity to foster deeper trade relationships, encourage sustainable growth, and propel digital transformation, creating new avenues for collaboration and mutual growth.

November 2024

German businesses in Malaysia show strong optimism for 2025, driven by economic stability and growth potential 

The latest AHK World Business Outlook Fall 2024 survey reveals robust confidence among German companies in Malaysia, with 97% of respondents expecting a stable and positive economic outlook for 2025

June 2024

MGCC appoints third female President 

The Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MGCC) has appointed leading intellectual property expert Geetha Kandiah as its third female president in its 33-year history

May 2024

World Business Outlook Spring 2024

Results of a survey of the German Chambers of Commerce Abroad, Delegations and Representative offices