The OAV - The network of the German Asian economy
The East Asian Association (OAV) is the leading business association for successful business relations with the Asia-Pacific region. Since 1900, we have been supporting around 400 member companies - from SMEs to DAX-listed corporations - with knowledge, contacts and practical know-how.
Over 125 years of expertise in Asia
126 years ago, sixteen merchants and a senior regional court judge came together and met at the Hotel Hamburger Hof at Jungfernstieg 30.
Founded in 1900, the OAV is one of Germany's most traditional regional associations.
Dr. Michael Schleef, CEO of HSBC Germany and member of the OAV Executive Committee
Dr. Dirk Lorenz-Meyer, Chairman Corporate of the Behn Meyer Group, Honorary Consul of Singapore and descendant of OAV co-founder Eduard Lorenz Meyer
What the OAV offers
Both companies with experience in Asia and newcomers will find us the ideal platform for exchanging experiences across sectors and a comprehensive range of practical services.
Interface between business and politics.
Whether new business opportunities, diversification, expansion, recruitment or strategic advice against a challenging geopolitical backdrop, our members benefit from our strong network, trusted institutional links to embassies and ministries and in-depth knowledge of the region.
If you want to be successful in Asia, the OAV is the right place for you.
Networking
Exclusive events on economic and geopolitical topics
Market opportunities and strategies in the Asia-Pacific region
From market potential to market development and legal issues
Young Leaders
Exclusive junior management program for high potentials from OAV member companies
Regional initiatives
Contacts with institutions and government agencies in Germany and the Asia-Pacific region
The OAV offers companies an exchange of experience, know-how and a professional network
Become a member now:
5 good reasons to join the OAV
Cross-industry networking
Regional reach in Asia
Individual support
Powerful representation of interests in politics
Regular networking events
Current events
Business Dialogue at the German-Korean Forum 2026 – Economic Resilience in a World Full of Uncertainties
September 3, 2026, Frankfurt am Main
How can companies maintain their competitiveness in an increasingly dynamic global environment? What role do innovation, economic resilience, and international cooperation play …
From Munich to the World: How German Innovation Is Transforming Global Markets
September 4, 2026, Munich
For the Young Leaders, the visit offers an opportunity to get to know a company that brings together key issues for the future: transformation through digital technologies, the development …
“Road to APK 2026”: Geopolitical Dynamics and Economic Resilience in the Asia-Pacific Region: Focus on Korea
September 9, 2026, Berlin
As a prelude to the 19th Asia-Pacific Conference of German Business (APK), which will take place in Seoul at the end of October, the event on September 9 in Berlin will address key topics that …
More news
Anna-Lena Schütte is the new managing director of the OAV
June 1, 2026
Ms. Anna-Lena Schütte assumed the role of executive director of the East Asian Association (OAV) on June 1.
Follow-up Report on the Asia Education Forum 2026
March 27, 2026
On March 27, 2026, the second German-Asian Education Forum once again brought together around 100 international guests and experts from the business, political, and education sectors to discuss fair …
Anna-Lena Schütte will take over as managing director of the OAV on June 1, 2026
March 18, 2026
Almut Rößner is leaving the club on August 31, 2026, to pursue a new career path
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