Germany and France
A turbulent joint history, close friendship, and important trading partners: Germany and France have had close ties since the 1960s. Some highlights.
“A friendship like raclette”
Three young people from Germany and France talk about their experiences with the Franco-German Youth Office.
For the citizens of both countries
From Élysée Treaty to the Treaty of Aachen: Sabine Thillaye explains why Franco-German friendship needs fresh impetus.
“More languages, more opportunities”
The Saarland’s “France Strategy” is considered truly exemplary within the EU. Roland Theis explains the strategy’s goals – which prioritise multilingualism.
Berlin / Paris
Europe needs the strong leadership duo of Germany and France – will the two countries take up the challenge?
A very special relationship
What links Germany and France – and why the two partners are sometimes entirely unable to understand what is happening in the neighbouring country.
Vocational training without borders
A vocational school is preparing German and French youngsters for the employment market. What do the students think of their cross-border learning experience?
Bonjour Berlin!
Berlin sees itself as Germany’s Silicon Valley. Entrepreneurs from France are also increasingly setting up businesses there. Internationalisation is strengthening Berlin’s competitiveness as a business location – and is therefore receiving support.
A question of responsibility
Franziska Gehann is spending a year as a volunteer in Verdun, symbol of the First World War.
A place of glass fragments and light
Nowhere else is Franco-German history as concentrated as it is in Reims Cathedral.
“Europe needs clear political leadership“
Will Germany and France give new impetus to the renewal of the EU? That's what expert Henrik Enderlein thinks.
“My hopes are pinned on the young”
Fighting for Europe: political scientist Gesine Schwan explains how to make the EU appeal to young people again.
In favour of a bold European policy
Will the EU break up? Journalist Gero von Randow explains the reasons against.
“I am allowed to dream”
Not a bureaucratic monster but a unique opportunity: what fascinates bestselling author Robert Menasse about the EU and why he would enlarge it.
Yes to Europe
Get into the fray: High-ranking EU official Martin Selmayr explains how Europeans can themselves help shape a better EU.