About the forum
The German-Kosovar Business Association (Kosovarisch-Deutsche Wirtschaftsvereinigung- KDWV) is organizing with the support of the German Eastern Business Association (Ost-Ausschuss der Deutschen Wirtschaft) and the Government of the Republic of Kosovo, through the Kosovo Investment and Enterprise Support Agency the first “German-Kosovar Economic Forum” from 5-7th of July 2022, in Pristina.
German-Kosovar
Business Association
The German-Kosovar Business Association (Kosovarisch-Deutsche Wirtschaftsvereinigung – KDWV) is a member-driven business association that is dedicated to further strengthen bilateral ties and trade exchange between Germany and Kosovo. KDWV was founded through an initiative of the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Pristina, and currently represents 170 member companies. The Association advises, supports and represents German companies in Kosovo that are seeking to develop or expand their business activities. It also supports and advises Kosovar companies, which trade with Germany on a wide range of goods and services and creates opportunities for business and networking.
Since KDWV sits at the heart of the German business community in Kosovo, the organization plays an active role to improve the local business environment, by providing a respected voice for its members.
Key facts
Germany is the biggest investor and main trade partner.
After Germany, Switzerland and Austria, German is spoken the most in Kosovo.
Central location in the heart of the Balkan peninsula, access to main highways, and ports.
simple tax system:
10%
corporate tax
0-10%
personal income tax
0%
dividend
70%
are under 35 years old
20k+
people work in the ICT sector (Kosovo has 1.7 Mio. inhabitants)
96%
internet penetration
48h
a business can be registered in 48 hours
The Republic of Kosovo is becoming more and more attractive for foreign investors, especially for German companies. To present the potential of Kosovo as a location for investment and cooperation, the German-Kosovar Business Association (Kosovarisch-Deutsche Wirtschaftsvereinigung- KDWV) is organizing with the support of the German Eastern Business Association (Ost-Ausschuss der Deutschen Wirtschaft) and the Government of the Republic of Kosovo, through the Kosovo Investment and Enterprise Support Agency the first “German-Kosovar Economic Forum” from 5-7th of July 2022, in Pristina.
Organized by:
Partners
Speakers
We are pleased that we were able to win the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kosovo, Albin Kurti (via video message), and the German Ambassador to Pristina Jörn Rohde as speakers. In addition, our colleagues from the German Economic Team will introduce you to the most important sectors. Industry experts and successful entrepreneurs will inform you about cooperation and investment opportunities in Kosovo. The forum not only offer lectures, but also numerous networking opportunities with Kosovan and German entrepreneurs, institutional representatives, and politicians.
Participation at the Forum is free of charge, and includes:
3-day program incl. Transfer, Lunch and Dinner
Who can participate?
Representatives of German companies
What is not included?
Flight and accommodation