Asia-Pacific Conference of German Business (APK) 2026

The English-language conference is chaired by APA Chairman and Siemens CEO Dr. Roland Busch and the Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy, Katherina Reiche. It is aimed at high-ranking decision-makers from business and politics in Germany, the European Union, and the Asia-Pacific region.

Among the special guests expected are Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz, the President of the Republic of Korea, Lee Jae Myung, and other leading figures from business, politics and science.

Key topics for 2026

The APK 2026 places a special focus on:

• Innovation and technological transformation
• Industrial Artificial Intelligence
• Entrepreneurial resilience
• Sustainable industrial cooperation

The conference thus underlines Germany's commitment to strengthening economic relations with Korea and the entire Asia-Pacific region.

Around 1.000 participants from business and politics are expected again in 2026.

Participation & Organization

You can find the following on the official website:

• the complete conference program
• Information on registration and ticket purchase
• Details on hotel booking and arrival
• Contact persons and sponsorship opportunities

👉 www.asiapacificconference.com

Participation fees

• Regular ticket: 2.050 € (plus 10% VAT)
• Early Bird: 1.850 € (plus 10% VAT) – available until 30. June