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GTO Economic Outlook 2026

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The German Trade Office Taipei is delighted to kick off the Year of the Horse by hosting our annual “GTO Economic Outlook 2026” in March 2026.

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The German Trade Office Taipei is delighted to kick off the Year of the Horse by hosting our annual “GTO Economic Outlook 2026” in March 2026.

 

We cordially invite members and friends of the Taiwanese–German business community to join us for an evening of insights, exchange, and connection. The program will feature:

 

  • A presentation of the latest Business Confidence Survey, highlighting key political and economic developments, challenges, and expectations shaping German companies’ operations in Taiwan.
  • A forward-looking economic outlook on Taiwan’s growth and prospects in the year ahead.
  • Industry-focused insights from representatives of leading German companies in Taiwan.
  • A relaxed and vibrant Get-together session.

 

We look forward to welcoming you for an informative and engaging evening with the Taiwanese–German business community.

Event Details
  • Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026
  • Venue: 1F, Noble House, Regent Taipei
  • Address: No. 3, Ln. 39, Sec. 2 ZhongShan N. Rd., Taipei 104, Taiwan
  • Event Time: 14:30 – 17:30 (Registration Time: 14:00 – 14:30)
  • Price: 1,700 NT$

 

*The price includes refreshments and drinks served during the Get-together session starting at 16:05. Please note that this is a tentative schedule; the organizer reserves the right to adjust the Get-together service time in accordance with the actual event rundown.

 
Agenda
14:00 – 14:30Registration
14:30 – 14:40Welcome Remarks
14:40 – 14:45

Business Confidence Survey Hand Over Ceremony and Group Photo

•  Dr. Eva Langerbeck, Chief Representative and Executive Director, German Trade Office Taipei
•  Dr. Kung Ming-Hsin, Minister, Ministry of Economic Affairs, R.O.C. (TBC)
•  Mr. Karsten Tietz, Director General, German Institute Taipei

14:45 – 15:15

Presentation of Business Confidence Survey Results and Q&A Session

•  Dr. Eva Langerbeck, Chief Representative and Executive Director, German Trade Office Taipei
•  Mr. Frank Grunert, President & CEO, Siemens Limited
•  Mr. Mark Raine, CEO & President, Mercedes-Benz Taiwan

15:15 – 15:30

2026 Regulatory Shifts: What Businesses Need to Know

Mr. Pascal Thien-Ah-Koon, Attorney-at-Law, TAK ASSOCIES TAIWAN

15:30 – 15:45

Taiwan’s 2026 Life Insurance Industry Outlook

Dr. Oliver Wohlgemuth, CFO, Allianz Taiwan Life Insurance

15:45 – 16:05

Navigating 2026: Taiwan’s Economy from a Global Business Perspective

Moderation:
Dr. Eva Langerbeck, Chief Representative and Executive Director, German Trade Office Taipei

Speakers:
•  Mr. Jens Liebermann, Chairman, BASF Taiwan Ltd.
•  Dr. John Lee, Managing Director, Merck Group in Taiwan
•  Mr. Albert Chen, General Manager, Business, SUSS MicroTec (Taiwan) Co., Ltd.
•  Mr. Jim Tai, General Manager, REMONDIS Taiwan Co., Ltd.

16:05 – 17:30Get-together

Speakers

  • Dr. Eva Langerbeck - GTO

    Dr. Eva Langerbeck

    Chief Representative & Executive Director, German Trade Office Taipei

  • Mr. Frank Grunert

    Mr. Frank Grunert

    President & CEO, Siemens Ltd., Taiwan

  • Mr. Mark Raine

    Mr. Mark Raine

    CEO & President, Mercedes-Benz Taiwan

  • Dr. Oliver Wohlgemuth

    Dr. Oliver Wohlgemuth

    CFO, Allianz Taiwan Life Insurance

  • Mr. Pascal Thien-Ah-Koon

    Mr. Pascal Thien-Ah-Koon

    Attorney-at-Law, TAK Associés Taiwan

  • Dr. John Lee

    Dr. John Lee

    Managing Director, Merck Group in Taiwan

  • Mr. Jens Liebermann

    Mr. Jens Liebermann

    Chairman, BASF Taiwan Ltd.

  • Mr. Jim Tai

    Mr. Jim Tai

    REMONDIS Taiwan Co., Ltd.

  • Albert Chen

    Mr. Albert Chen

    General Manager, Business, SUSS MicroTec (Taiwan) Co., Ltd.

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