In an interview with the Korea JoongAng Daily, Dr. Martin Henkelmann, President and CEO of the Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI), emphasized South Korea's strategic importance in Germany's de-risking agenda amid escalating EU-China trade tensions. He highlighted Korea's democratic legal system, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and mature market as key factors making it an attractive alternative to China for German companies. Henkelmann also discussed opportunities for deepening cooperation between Korea and Germany, particularly in energy and digital transformation, underscoring KGCCI's role in facilitating these partnerships through various initiatives and events.
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