Are companies from my sector already active in the target market? Where can I get information about the country? Who are my local contacts? Three of many questions that are sure to come up when planning your project abroad. AWE sees itself as a mediator and networker: it sensibly integrates companies and associations into the network of sponsors and institutions and, where possible, arranges contacts to local development cooperation projects. It also establishes contact with people in embassies and chambers of commerce abroad at your planned foreign location. The advice includes targeted referrals to strong partners in the field of foreign trade promotion who provide a range of information for German companies, for example on markets, legal provisions and customs regulations.