Since its foundation in 1900, the OAV – German Asia-Pacific Business Association has been working as a strong network of German companies with activities in the Asia-Pacific region. The OAV is a privately held non-profit organization financed by its corporate members. They include the most renowned companies from major industries and the banking sector, trading companies and a great number of small and medium-sized enterprises from all industries located all over Germany and Europe. The OAV works on the promotion of bilateral economic relationships between Germany/ Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. Through its corporate and institutional network, the OAV supports German companies with their activities in the Asia-Pacific Region.