Germany
- Mittelstand
- Industry
- Technology
- Capital
- European Market Access
German Emirati Business Club
Where German and Emiratibusiness leadersconnect.
An independent, entrepreneur-led platform for relevant introductions, informed exchange and long-term cooperation between entrepreneurs, executives, investors and institutions.
01Independent
02Entrepreneur-led
03Curated community
Our perspective
Before choosing a location, understand your first customer.
The 90-day market-entry planGermany ↔ UAE
One Club.
Two Markets.
The German Emirati Business Club (Deutsch-Emiratischer Wirtschaftsclub e.V.) is an independent business network connecting entrepreneurs, executives, investors and institutions between Germany and the United Arab Emirates. The Club supports economic exchange through relevant introductions, business dialogue and market insights.
United Arab Emirates
- Investment
- International Trade
- Innovation
- Regional Market Access
- Global Connectivity
Understand both markets
Context before commitment.
Start with the relationship between the markets, then explore the decisions specific to your business.
What we do
Relationships first. Opportunities follow.
Connect
Members & Introductions. Curated connections between relevant business leaders, companies and organisations.
Convene
Events & Delegations. Executive roundtables, business dinners, delegations and bilateral forums.
Inform
Market Intelligence. Selected perspectives on investment, regulation, industries and economic developments.
Collaborate
Business & Institutional Cooperation. A platform for bilateral initiatives, partnerships and practical cooperation.
Executive Intelligence · August 2026
Momentum is high. Selectivity is higher.
German exports to the UAE rose strongly in 2025, then corrected sharply in early 2026. The conclusion is not retreat—it is a more disciplined market approach.
€11.4bnGerman goods exports to the UAE in 2025
+17.4%year-on-year export growth in 2025
−20.2%German goods exports to the UAE, Q1 2026 vs Q1 2025
Demand
Industrial resilience, energy, food security, healthcare, logistics and advanced technology remain closely aligned with national priorities.
Access
A local company is not a market-entry strategy. First map the budget owner, procurement route, partner requirement and contracting jurisdiction.
Local value
In government and national-company procurement, local economic contribution can influence competitiveness. ICV belongs in the bid architecture from day one.
Meaningful business relationships begin with a real conversation.
Illustrative photo: Beatriz Cattel / Unsplash
Organisation
The Presidium
Three perspectives, one shared responsibility: advancing meaningful economic relations between Germany and the UAE.
President
Dawood Nazirizadeh
Entrepreneur and bridge-builder between Germany and the UAE.
Vice President for the UAE
Hubert Lorenz
Focused on relationships, opportunities and institutional exchange in the UAE.
Vice President for Germany
Raimo Benger
Focused on German business, Mittelstand and bilateral cooperation.
Events
Where relationships become real.
Confirmed dates will be published here.
The Club publishes only verified events. No placeholder dates or unconfirmed programmes are shown.
Network
A community built around meaningful relationships.
The Club brings together people and organisations with a serious interest in German–Emirati economic exchange.
EntrepreneursExecutivesInvestorsFamily BusinessesCorporatesProfessional ServicesInstitutionsNext Generation Leaders
Membership
A curated community, not an open directory.
Membership is designed for individuals and organisations that can contribute to and benefit from meaningful German–Emirati economic exchange.
Young Professional
€200per year
For emerging professionals seeking informed exchange, selected events and a bilateral peer network.
Individual
€400per year
For entrepreneurs, executives and investors who want to participate personally in the Club community.
Corporate
from €1,000per year
For companies and organisations seeking institutional participation and wider access for their representatives.