The network of German Chambers of Commerce Abroad (AHKs) consists of 92 bilateral Chambers of Commerce Abroad, Delegations and Representative Offices. In more than 140 countries, the AHK network advises, supports and represents German companies that want to establish or expand their international business. AHKs are institutions of German foreign trade promotion. The Association of German Chambers of Commerce and Industry e. V. (DIHK) coordinates and continuously develops the AHK network. AHKs are proportionately funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).