Latest coronavirus updates
Biontech and Pfizer apply for approval of vaccine for children +++ Here you find the most important news about the spread of the disease in Germany.
Agreement to return Benin bronzes
The ornate bronzes once stood in the palace of the Kingdom of Benin. Germany now intends to return the art treasures, which are considered looted property, to Nigeria.
“Making dreams shareable”
Düzen Tekkal encourages young people in Germany to follow their own path – and fights internationally for human rights.
Pioneers of science
Nobel Prize Winners in Physics and Chemistry 2021: portrait of the German researchers Klaus Hasselmann and Benjamin List.
Conference on the Future of Europe 2021
Europe
Helping to shape Europe’s future
The Conference on the Future of Europe wants ideas from European citizens – relating for example to the EU’s role in the world.
Europe
“Well-thought-out proposals”
Citizens’ councils and the Conference on the Future of Europe bring people together. The democracy researcher Brigitte Geissel talks about the value of such meetings.
Europe
Giving politicians food for thought
Exchange across national borders: Two women and one man talk about their hopes for the EU citizens’ forum.
Topic of the week: New country life
Quiz competition: test your knowledge of the German economy
The German economy is one of our readers’ and followers’ favourite subjects. That’s why we have launched a competition that enables you to demonstrate your knowledge of Germany as an economic partner and also gives you the chance to win one of 5 online language courses at the Goethe-Institut!
German champions
'Manufactories' belong to the top echelons of German craftsmanship. Here are three companies that are internationally successful with products 'handmade in Germany'.
Topic of the week: Skilled crafts
Promoting dual vocational training worldwide
Many countries are looking to the German model as an effective means of combating youth unemployment.
Ten facts about skilled crafts
The skilled crafts are the number one trainee instructor in Germany - and always looking for talent. Ten facts you should know.
Topic of the week: Skilled crafts
"My absolute dream job"
Four migrants tell how they found their future by training in a skilled trade in Germany.
Topic of the week: Skilled crafts
A future in a skilled craft or trade
Interested in a craft apprenticeship in Germany? Here are four facts in favour of the idea.
2021 Bundestag elections
Younger, more diverse and more female
The Bundestag will have 735 members in future, almost 300 of them new. How the election has changed the composition of Germany’s parliament.
2021 Bundestag elections
Facts, figures and background information on current developments.
Regional Focus
Germany and the world
Latin America
„Which world do you leave behind?“
Laura Vargas of Religions for Peace on intergenerational dialogue, responsibility and fighting tropical deforestation.
Talking to the young
The motto of the Religions for Peace Conference in Lindau is intergenerational dialogue.
Europe
Raising questions
Berlin is European Volunteering Capital 2021: An interview with Sawsan Chebli, Berlin’s state secretary for active citizenship
Coronavirus in Germany
The Federal Government informs about the corona crisis
This is what the German government is doing to combat the spread of the coronavirus. Read in this ticker the most important facts about the current measures.
Coronavirus in Germany
Everything you need to know about the corona crisis in Germany and the measures being taken against the spread of the virus.
Service
About us: a deutschland.de video
Where can you find out everything worth knowing about Germany? Information and facts about politics, business, life, studying or work? And all of that in no less than ten languages? This video shows you where.
Choose your topic
A Deutschland directory
Whether you’re looking for information about the German language, education, study, jobs, the economy or travel – you’ll find it all here.
Diversity wins
Why Germany champions diversity and how diversity enriches society.
Migration and integration
Current information and background reports on integration and on Germany's activities in the field of refugee and migration policy.
Media in Germany
An overview of newspapers, radio and television, as well as analyses on the future of the media.
German language
Facts about the German language, learning tips, free language courses and important links for people learning or teaching German.
Germany as an economic partner
Germany's economy is a reliable partner. The “Made in Germany” label is in demand all over the world.
Working in Germany
How to succeed in entering the German labour market. Information on career opportunities for international skilled personnel, tips on applying, training and job hunting.
Innovation made in Germany
Cutting-edge research from Germany – the most exciting projects, the most important contacts
Digitization
German business is squaring up to a fourth industrial revolution. The Federal Government is driving digital change.
The EU at a glance
Politics, economy, science and culture: discover here what unites Europe, which role Germany plays in the EU.
Deutschland Edition the new e-paper: Fighting corona together
Deutschland Edition: download the magazine as an e-paper – and discover 56 pages on fighting corona together for free.
Education
Studying in Germany
Information on universities, courses and scholarships, and the best tips for international applicants.
Seven tips about studying in Germany
How well do I need to speak German? How can I find the right university? Are scholarships available? This is where you will find answers.
Online learning in Germany
Learning German or studying for a degree online: e-learning offers many opportunities, especially during the corona crisis. An overview
Focus on our partner
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Alumniportal Deutschland
The social network for Germany-Alumni: Learn more about knowledge exchange, networking, further education and career.
Networking as part of your professional DNA
Digital networks and social media have become an indispensable part of today’s academic world. Regular posting is indispensable for your career, too.
“There is high demand for specialists in particular”
How do graduates find a job in Germany? Which professions are in highest demand? For answers, we spoke to Kerstin Krey, head of the project “Make it in Germany”.
Focus on our partner
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D+C Development and Cooperation
Forum for debate linking the Global South to the Global North
Honest and equitable debate
Facilitating exchange between the Global North and South, the magazine D+C Development and Cooperation is building bridges.
Global pandemic requires global action
Gerd Müller is Germany’s federal minister for economic cooperation and development. In D+C/E+Z he assessed the need for a globally coordinated response to Covid-19: