Representing Transatlantic Business

From keeping our members informed on what matters most to promoting dialogue with political leaders, AmCham Germany’s advocacy work is committed to supporting fair and free trade between the U.S. and Europe and promoting a regulatory framework that encourages investment and fosters economic growth.

AmCham Germany’s public affairs and government relations activities revolve around the work of six specialized Policy Committees. The Policy Committees constitute AmCham Germany's forum for discussing and defining policy recommendations on critical transatlantic business and government issues.

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31 Aug 2023

Current Trade Matters - The Inflation Reduction Act | One Year After

18 Jul 2023

Current Trade Matters - Germany's Strategy on China

This piece focuses on the key aspects of Germany's strategy on China, outlined by the German Federal Foreign Office. It highlights the need for a comprehensive approach to engage with China, emphasizing the importance of maintaining dialogue while addressing concerns related to human rights, rule of law, and market access.

30 Jun 2023

Current Business Matters - Energy Permitting Reform in the U.S.

There is unprecedented momentum for the clean energy transition in both the European Union and the United States. While Europe and Germany have long prioritized the green transformation, the Biden Administration has been catching up with significant investments and major legislation. However, U.S. business leaders and lawmakers alike are concerned that complex and time-consuming permitting processes for energy projects will bring the momentum to a halt. To maximize the impact of federal funds and accelerate the green transition they are calling for significant permitting reform. After many months of intense political debate, it appears they are making some headway.