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27.08.2026: Germany takes part in 2026 UN Conference to Combat Desertification in Mongolia 26.08.2026: Positive mood among German exporters 25.08.2026: Coalition of the Willing increases pressure on Russia 24.08.2026: Study: the EU is Germany’s most important export market 21.08.2026: China continues to be Germany’s most important trading partner

Friedrich Merz

Merz sees economic recovery in Germany

Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz can see signs of economic recovery and expects further progress.

Die Gamescom findet bis zum 30.08.2026 in Köln statt.

Start of Gamescom 2026 in Cologne

The international gaming scene is meeting in Cologne for five days. Renowned developers are presenting their latest projects at Gamescom, as well as giving an insight into upcoming games.

Eine Reiterin sitzt auf einem Pferd und hält Flaggen in der Hand.

Germany bags numerous medals at FEI World Championships

500,000 fans thrilled by Team Germany’s wins in Aachen. The numerous medals bode well for the Olympics.

Außenminister Wadephul zeigt auf etwas.

Wadephul close to front line during Ukraine visit

Following political talks in Kyiv, Wadephul heads closer to the front line. During his fourth visit to Ukraine, Germany’s foreign minister travels far to the east of the country for the first time.

Maschinenbau: Arbeit an Industrieanlagen

German mechanical engineering: export surge towards end of half year

Mechanical engineering is one of Germany’s most important export sectors. An increase of 6.8 percent in June has given it a boost.

Johann Wadephul

Ukraine Independence Day

Ukraine Independence Day

Wadephul: Ukraine is fighting for the security of all of us

Foreign Minister Wadephul has travelled to Ukraine.

Deutsche und polnische Soldaten stehen in Reihe nebeneinander

Bundeswehr supports Poland with protecting NATO’s eastern border

Around 40 Bundeswehr soldiers are helping Poland fortify NATO’s eastern border. The operation close to Kaliningrad is also intended to serve as a deterrent.

Eine Frau in medizinischer Schutzkleidung.

Shortage of skilled professionals

Shortage of skilled professionals

Germany recognises more foreign professional qualifications

Foreign skilled workers are needed to meet demand in Germany. The number of qualifications recognised is rising significantly, particularly those from one country.

Ärzte kämpfen gegen das Ebola-Virus in Goma, Kongo

Germany increases Ebola aid for Congo

Germany is making additional funding available to help contain the Ebola epidemic. The Democratic Republic of Congo is battling the worst outbreak in the country’s history.

Soldaten und Soldatinnen stehen in einer Reihe.

Federal Armed Forces achieves personnel target

Thanks to an increase in applications and recruitment, the Federal Armed Forces has been growing rapidly enough to meet the politically agreed targets.

Yemisi Mabry bei der Leichtathletik-EM in Birmingham

Germany’s best European championships in 28 years

Six gold, ten silver and five bronze medals: Germany’s athletes won 21 medals at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham, the German team’s best result since the turn of the millennium.

Die Bundeswehr stelle kurzfristig Lufttransportkapazitäten für den Einsatz in Haiti bereit.

Germany supports UN mission in Haiti

In the coming weeks, the Bundeswehr will transport equipment and material to the international relief personnel in Haiti.

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