Jörg Wuttke
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| Alma mater | Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University |
| Occupation | International Business |
Jörg Wuttke is a widely recognized China Hand and figure in international business circles and is considered to be one of the most outspoken commentators on doing business in China.[1] He is renowned for his work as the Chief Representative of China for BASF and for his tenure as President of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China[2].
Early Life and Education
Wuttke was born in Kraichgau, in Baden-Württemberg, and later attended the Max-Weber-Schule in nearby Sinsheim. After his bachelor's degree in business administration and management at the Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University, he traveled extensively and first visited China on 29 August 1982, crossing the China–Mongolia border after a long trip through the Soviet Union.
Career
Wuttke's professional career has been marked by significant roles in the global business landscape. He first professionally came to China in 1988 to take on the role of finance and administration manager of the Swiss robotics conglomerate ABB. Later he joined BASF, a leading German chemical company, where he has held various positions. As the Beijing-based Chief Representative of China for BASF, Wuttke has played a crucial role in strengthening the company's presence in the region.[3] In addition to his work with BASF, Wuttke served as the President of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China. His tenure was marked by active advocacy for the interests of European businesses operating in China. His leadership helped to enhance the EU's trade relations with China, thereby contributing to the global economy.[4]
Contributions and Impact
Wuttke's contributions to the business world, particularly in fostering stronger trade relations between Europe and China, have been significant. His strategic leadership at BASF and the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China has paved the way for increased cooperation and mutual growth between these major economic regions.[5]
His insights and expertise on China's business environment have also been widely sought after, making him a respected commentator on issues related to trade, business, and economics.[6]
Awards and Recognition
Numerous accolades have been bestowed upon him, such as[7]:
- Order of Leopold II, awarded by King Albert II of Belgium in 2011
- Chevalier de la Legion d'honneur, given by French President Emmanuel Macron in April 2018
- Order of the Star of Italian Solidarity, bestowed by Italian President Sergio Mattarella in 2018
- Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, conferred by German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier in 2019[8]
References
- ↑ Baptista, Eduardo (2022-10-09). "In China, a European executive becomes an increasingly rare critical voice". Reuters. Retrieved 2023-07-28.
- ↑ "Opinion | How China Lost America". The New York Times. 2022-11-01. Retrieved 2023-07-28.
- ↑ My 30 Years in China (1st ed.). ACA Publishing Limited. 22 July 2008. pp. 6–29. ISBN 9780955585432.
- ↑ "Businessman Sees 'End of an Era' After 30 Years in China". VOA. 2022-11-02. Retrieved 2023-07-25.
- ↑ Peking, Matthias Kamp; Sander, Matthias (2023-06-06). "In China tritt einer der lautesten ausländischen Kritiker der Regierung ab". Neue Zürcher Zeitung. ISSN 0376-6829. Retrieved 2023-07-25.
- ↑ GmbH, Klai. "Hirns Köpfe: Porträt Jörg Wuttke - Europas "Mr. Klartext" in China | Alle News | CNBW". china-bw.net (in Deutsch). Retrieved 2023-07-25.
- ↑ "Jörg Wuttke". ChinaFile. 2020-04-02. Retrieved 2023-07-28.
- ↑ "Artikel: Bekanntgabe vom 1. Mai 2019". Der Bundespräsident (in Deutsch). Retrieved 2023-07-28.
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