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IHK

Abbreviation for Industrie- und Handelskammer

In short and in plain language

An IHK is a German chamber of trade for a region. The firms in it run it themselves.

Traders are, as a rule, members. They get advice, notes and facts there.

Topics are how to start a firm, the law and money to help. Many chambers also have notes on what a website must show.

Definition
An IHK is a German Chamber of Industry and Commerce, the regional self-governing body of commercial businesses. Traders are usually members and receive advice, guidance notes and information on starting a business, law and funding. Many chambers offer guidance on the mandatory details on a website.

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