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- G20 (Priority 2 of 6)
- Europe (Priority 1 of 6)
- UNO (Priority 3 of 6)
- Security Council '19/20 (Priority 4 of 6)
- Refugees (Priority 2 of 6)
- Ukraine (Priority 2 of 6)
- Disarmament (Priority 3 of 6)
- Human rights (Priority 3 of 6)
- Middle East (Priority 4 of 6)
- Fight against IS (Priority 2 of 6)
- Humanitarian Aid (Priority 4 of 6)
- Cultural relations (Priority 3 of 6)
- Syria (Priority 2 of 6)
- Afghanistan (Priority 4 of 6)
Germany’s candidacy for a seat on the Security Council in 2019/20
With its new candidacy, Germany is demonstrating that it intends to continue to play an active role in helping to promote peace and security. moreGermany’s candidacy for a seat on the Security Council in 2019/20
Latest news
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05.03.2017
“I remain a friend of the Turkish people, both in Germany and Turkey”. By Foreign Minsiter Sigmar Gabriel -
03.03.2017
Foreign Minister Sigmar Gabriel on the Syria negotiations: no breakthrough, but minimum objective reached -
03.03.2017
"The future of Europe – what needs to be done?" - Speech by Minister of State for Europe Michael Roth at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid
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03.03.2017
Foreign Minister Gabriel on the situation in the FYR of Macedonia -
02.03.2017
Statement by the Federal Foreign Office on the report on Aleppo by the UN Human Rights Council’s Independent International Commission of Inquiry -
01.03.2017
German Foreign Minister Gabriel and French Minister Ayrault: a strong European Union for a bright future -
28.02.2017
Foreign Minister Gabriel on the Deniz Yücel case -
27.02.2017
Foreign Minister Gabriel on the latest developments in the case of Deniz Yücel -
27.02.2017
Federal Foreign Office comments on the killing of a German hostage in the Philippines -
27.02.2017
Human Rights Commissioner welcomes release of Ildar Dadin
Further news and current issues
With German support: disarmament of rebels in Colombia begins
On 24 November 2016, after more than 50 years, the Colombian Government and the FARC rebels agreed on a peace accord. Germany is actively engaged in promoting long‑term peace in Colombia. moreWith German support: disarmament of rebels in Colombia begins
Neighbours and good friends – Foreign Minister Gabriel meets his Netherlands counterpart Koenders
The Foreign Ministers’ talks on Wednesday (22 February) focused on bilateral relations, the future of the EU, and international crises and conflicts. moreNeighbours and good friends – Foreign Minister Gabriel meets his Netherlands counterpart Koenders
The conflict in eastern Ukraine – urging all sides to respect the ceasefire
The agreed ceasefire in eastern Ukraine remains fragile. Foreign Minister Gabriel met with his counterparts in the Normandy format to discuss recent developments. moreThe conflict in eastern Ukraine – urging all sides to respect the ceasefire
Assistance for 11 million people: Gabriel attends Oslo Humanitarian Conference
Germany pledges 120 million euros for humanitarian assistance and stabilisation measures moreAssistance for 11 million people: Gabriel attends Oslo Humanitarian Conference
Further news and current issues
Gabriel in Italy: More courage for Europe
The inaugural visit to Rome was significant not only because of the special relationship between Germany and Italy. moreGabriel in Italy: More courage for Europe
G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting: Signal for cooperation
Foreign Minister Gabriel: “Only if we work together will the world be stable” moreG20 Foreign Ministers Meeting: Signal for cooperation
Foreign Minister Gabriel to attend the Munich Security Conference
The Hotel Bayerischer Hof in Munich becomes a global arena each year in February. moreForeign Minister Gabriel to attend the Munich Security Conference
Survival in the midst of war: Germany’s humanitarian assistance in Syria
Germany is one of the leading donor states in providing assistance for people in need in Syria. Our partners describe their work on the ground. moreSurvival in the midst of war: Germany’s humanitarian assistance in Syria
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G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting: Signal for cooperation
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German Information Centres
German Information Centres (GIC) are designed to provide information about Germany in their host countries and rally support for German positions. These centres aim to arouse interest in Germany particularly among important young multipliers in the regional partner countries. moreGerman Information Centres
Coming to Germany
Perhaps you are planning a trip? Or you want to spend a longer period in Germany on a school or... moreComing to Germany