The GERMAN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION – the GBA – has been one of the first foreign business associations in the country, starting its activities already back in 1995. Over 26 years, the GBA has been the center point of German business life, culture, and values in Vietnam. It has been helping German businesses in developing their operations, advised on a wide range of topics, and created opportunities for business and social exchange in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Today, GBA has almost 340 members, a number that also reflects the opportunities and dynamics of the Vietnamese market. It is one of the largest foreign business associations in the country and a highly respected counterpart in the local community. In addition, the GBA was one of the founding members of EuroCham Vietnam, a partner association that combines the pan-European activities and interests in the country. A GBA membership automatically goes along with EuroCham membership to underpin our strong ties with the other European business communities. Moreover, the GBA and the German Industry and Commerce Vietnam (AHK Vietnam) are expected to be merged in the near future in order to create a stronger organization, which has the function and more capacity to further foster bilateral ties and trade exchange between Germany and Vietnam. For more information about GBA membership, please contact Ms. Tuyet Mai, Membership Manager at (84-28) 3823 9772 - Ext. 113 or email to mai@gba-vietnam.org