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INVEST IN GERMANY SUMMIT

19 & 20 October

Berlin

To the top with Germany.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz

Friedrich Merz, frontally depicted, with glasses and crossed arms in a dark suit.

“My cabinet members and I welcome you to Germany to discuss business opportunities for your company and how we are reforming our country to facilitate your investment.”

Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Katherina Reiche

Katherina Reiche, frontally depicted, smiling in a cream blazer, with folded hands.

“The German government is unleashing Germany’s economic potential in times of change. Connect with us and benefit from future-oriented industries and access to the world's largest single market, the European Union.”

Federal Minister of Finance Lars Klingbeil

Lars Klingbeil, frontally depicted, smiling in a dark blue suit with folded hands.

“Germany as business location stands for high-tech, innovation and a highly skilled workforce. We are a highly attractive destination for investors – and now we are creating even better investment conditions in Germany and Europe to further mobilise private capital.”

Special Representative for Investments in Germany Martin Blessing

Martin Blessing, depicted slightly from the front, with glasses, in a dark suit.

“Germany is a partner you can count on. We want to make investing even easier. At the summit and beyond, we will guide you personally – with high-level meetings and specialised investment experts at your side.“

Friedrich Merz, frontally depicted, laughing in a dark suit with glasses.
Katherina Reiche, frontally depicted, smiling and clapping in a crowd.
Lars Klingbeil, frontally depicted, smiling in a dark jacket.

The exclusive

Invest in Germany Summit 2026

Germany is the door to more: to the European market, to a network of top-companies and talents, to reliable partnerships for your growth.

We are coming together for the first time in our capital for an exclusive gathering. Meet interesting people from business and politics in inspiring sessions and bilateral meetings.

Brandenburg Gate with Quadriga, photographed from below, at sunset.

The Programme

Time to talk

 

19 October 2026
Red Carpet for Investments


The programme begins with an exclusive evening reception starting at 6 pm. Set within a distinguished venue, the evening provides an inspiring setting for first exchanges, combining a carefully curated programme with opportunities for high-calibre networking.

 

20 October 2026
Summit


The main day is dedicated to high-level, solution-driven discussions on the future of the location and the identification of concrete investment opportunities.

As a participant, you will actively shape the dialogue, bringing your perspective into curated sessions, interactive roundtables, and focused one-to-one meetings. This dynamic format enables direct and substantive exchange with senior government representatives as well as leading global companies, paving the way for tangible partnerships and strategic collaboration.

In parallel to the official programme, dedicated meeting spaces will be available from 9:30 am to approximately 5:30 pm, offering the flexibility to initiate and advance bilateral discussions aligned with your individual priorities.

ESMT front view
Night harbor view with cranes, container ships, and reflections on the water.

Invest. Expand your business.

Bronze statues of bull and bear before the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.

Go big in the heart of Europe.

Why invest in Germany?

Europe’s leading investable pipeline

Germany is undergoing a fundamental economic transformation – backed by a €500 billion Infrastructure & Climate Fund and €600 billion in defence spending through 2029 – unlocking scalable opportunities for private capital.

Constitutional investment security

The historic, cross-party constitutional amendment of March 2025 provides investors with constitutional investment security, guarantees fiscal capacity and removes political risk.

AAA rating from all three major agencies

Germany is the only G7 country with an AAA rating from all three major rating agencies. This builds on a robust industrial core, excellent engineering expertise and leading innovation clusters.

A skilled workforce and industrial excellence

Germany has a resilient talent pool of 47 million professionals and a world-class infrastructure that fuels smart manufacturing, innovation and digital scale-ups.

Reforms are underway

Substantial reforms are imminent: abolished gas storage levy, reduced grid fees, lowered electricity tax and accelerated approval procedures.



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FAQ

  • Attendance at the Invest in Germany Summit is currently by personal invitation only. You are welcome to register via the "stay connected" button on this website. We will then keep you informed about relevant updates in the context of the “Invest in Germany” initiative.

  • Invest in Germany is organised by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy on behalf of the German Federal Government. Participation is free of charge. Guests are asked to cover their own travel and accommodation costs.

  • The new Invest in Germany initiative will – beyond the Invest in Germany Summit 2026 – create new opportunities for information and dialogue, providing you with services and contacts to make investing in our country even easier. This includes digital meetings and events in Germany and around the world. Register via "stay connected" to stay up to date.

  • If you are a journalist and have any questions about the Invest in Germany Summit, please contact the Press Office of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy. Email: pressestelle@bmwe.bund.de / Tel: +49 (0) 30 18 615 -6121 or -6131

  • If you are considering investing in Germany and expanding your business, you can contact Germany Trade & Invest. Experts in various sectors are on hand to assist you and put you in touch with the right people. Martin Blessing, the Federal Chancellor’s Personal Representative for Investment in Germany and Chairman of the GTAI Supervisory Board, and his team look forward to helping you. More information: www.gtai.de/en/invest

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