The annual AGN German-Speaking Meeting took place in Warsaw from 28–30 June 2025. The event was hosted by JRD, a leading Polish tax advisory firm and AGN member since 2020. It welcomed 55 professionals from 11 countries and also featured representatives from AGN’s collaborative alliance, Nexia.
A Warm Welcome to Warsaw
The meeting began on Thursday evening with a relaxed networking cruise along the Vistula River, offering attendees panoramic views of the Warsaw skyline in summer light. The friendly atmosphere was immediately evident, with many participants reconnecting after some time apart. The informal setting helped to ease into meaningful conversations and re-establish personal connections – a hallmark of AGN events.
Focused and Forward-Looking: The Technical Program
Friday featured a full day of technical sessions tailored to current challenges and opportunities in cross-border professional practice. Topics included:
- Insuring tax risk
- Exit tax regulations across EU jurisdictions
- The ESG Act: current legal status and implementation
- Setting up a subsidiary in Poland and comparative EU holding structures
- VAT treatment of e-commerce transactions and the legal framework for implementing VIDA
The day opened with a video address from AGN CEO Malcolm Ward, who provided a strategic update on the organisation’s global priorities and member initiatives.
A Cultural and Collaborative Experience
On Friday evening, attendees visited the historic Koneser Vodka Distillery, where they enjoyed a guided tour, tasting experience, and a short film produced by JRD Tax exclusively for the event. The program also included a talk on the Polish economy, a themed quiz, and a formal dinner at one of Warsaw’s top restaurants – an ideal setting for continued discussion and camaraderie.
On Saturday, those remaining took part in a guided tour of Warsaw’s Old Town, with time to explore its heritage sites and charming local streets. The cultural program added a deeper appreciation for the city and gave members more space to connect beyond the meeting room.
Shared Purpose and Lasting Value
The organisers extend their sincere thanks to all who participated, noting the high level of engagement, openness, and expertise shared across the weekend. The event reflected AGN’s ongoing commitment to building strong professional relationships, staying ahead of technical developments, and embracing the distinctiveness of its members.
Participant Reflections
“Tomasz and his team at JRD did a great job hosting the German-speaking meeting of AGN in Warsaw. Great content, excellent speakers – and best of all, you felt the heart of the great people of Poland. It felt like home to me. Looking forward to our next exchange.”
— André Marius Le Prince, Partner, WLP GmbH, Hamburg
