Leipzig’s reputation as a centre for trade dates back to Europe’s ancient trade routes. Now the city acts as a gateway to younger EU states and hosts a raft of hi-tech and growth industries, as Wendy Atkins reports.
Leipzig links past and present
Originally published in the December 2017/January 2018 issue of fDi Magazine and in association with Invest Region Leipzig.
Reporting and editing carried out independently by fDi Magazine.
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