AsiaBerlin Community Event - Gateway Series: Bridging Berlin and the East Asia Region
While much of the world's attention has been focused elsewhere, East Asia has emerged as one of the world's most dynamic innovation regions.
From artificial intelligence and robotics to semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, EVs and deep tech, the region is redefining the speed at which ideas become global businesses. Home to more than 1.7 billion people, world-leading technology ecosystems, and some of the most ambitious companies anywhere, East Asia is shaping the next generation of innovation.
The question is no longer whether European startups and scaleups should engage with East Asia—it is how.
Success in the region requires more than market access. It requires understanding local innovation ecosystems, building trusted partnerships, and navigating a fast-moving landscape where technology, industry, and investment are deeply interconnected.
On the first day of IFA Berlin 2026, September 4, AsiaBerlin and betahausX bring this conversation to the heart of the city. Join founders, investors, corporates, and ecosystem leaders for an evening exploring opportunities across East Asia, gaining firsthand insights into its innovation ecosystems, and discussing practical strategies for building successful collaborations in one of the world's fastest-evolving regions.
What to expect:
Firsthand insights from experts and ecosystem partners who help European startups land and expand in East Asia
Networking with businesses from the mentioned regions
Startup and innovation product engagement
A warm, international community atmosphere with true startup spirit and plenty of room to network
Detailed agenda and speakers lineup:
18:00 - 18:30 Reception by Invest Hong Kong: Registration & Networking - Arrival, networking drinks, startup demo tables open, first networking.
Networking drinks sponsored by our event partner Invest Hong Kong Berlin
18:30 - 18:40 Welcome Remarks Opening by AsiaBerlin and betahausX: Rainer Seider, President of Asia Berlin Forum e.V and Maximilian von der Ahé, CEO of betahaus
Welcome guests
Why Berlin remains Europe's gateway to Asia, Berlin's vision for international innovation partnerships with Asia
Introduction to the evening
18:40 - 18:45 Partner Keynote by KISED: Empowering Global Startups: Enter and Grow in Korea: Soyeh Kim, Advisor to Korean Institute of Startup and Entrepreneurship Development (KISED), CEO & Founder of SkyinQ
Korean startup ecosystem and KISED’s inbound support programs for international startups, including initiatives such as the K-Scouter Program
18:45 - 18:55 Inspiring Keynote: Hong Kong and Greater Bay Area as a smart entry point into East Asia: Chris Pereira 彭家荣, Founder & CEO of iMpact 美讯 | MBA | Forbes Top 30 Innovator
Innovation, AI, Deep Tech and why the Greater Bay Area is Europe's gateway into East Asia
18:55 - 19:05 Keynote: Beyond Chips - Unlocking Taiwan’s Startup Ecosystem: Eric Fan, Deputy Director, Taiwan Institute of Economic Research
What European startups need to know about Taiwan's AI ecosystem: A brief overview of Taiwan's startup landscape, highlighting ecosystem builders, investment trends, and government resources
19:05 - 19:45 Panel Discussion: From Berlin to East Asia - Where Are The Opportunities?
Moderator: Caroline King, Senior Advisor at Berlin Global Advisors
Panelists:
Greater Bay Area: Chris Pereira 彭家荣, Founder & CEO @ iMpact 美讯 | MBA | Forbes Top 30 Innovator
Taiwan: Anita Chen, Chief of International Affairs at Startup Terrace
Japan: Chika Yamamoto, CEO at CROSSBIE
19:45 - 19:55 AsiaBerlin Summit 2026 Preview
Anna Grék, Strategic Operations Manager at Asia Berlin Forum e.V.
Highlights of the upcoming Summit
International delegations
Startup opportunities
Call for participation
19:55 - 20:00 Closing Remarks
Marten Rauschenberg, Managing Director at Asia Berlin Forum e.V.
20:00 - 21:00 Demo Tables & Networking
Demo table 1 & 2: Taiwan Startup Terrance
Demo table 3: Mars booster - Founder Acceleration and Innovation Ecosystem for Physical AI: showcase of physical AI and robotic solutions from Shanghai
Demo table 4: Invest Hong Kong - Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) is the investment promotion agency of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).
We support overseas and Chinese Mainland companies and institutions, from multinational corporates to startups, to plan, set up their business in Hong Kong, and to expand their operations and international reach via Hong Kong.
We collaborate with investment promotion agencies from around the world to facilitate this two way investment.