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Das US-Kapitol in Washington: Deutsche Politiker setzen auf eine enge transatlantische Zusammenarbeit.

US midterm elections

US midterm elections

Wadephul sees opportunities for Ukraine aid following US congressional elections

Following the Democrats’ victory in Congress, senior German politicians see new opportunities for cooperation. Foreign Minister Wadephul hopes for progress on aid to Ukraine.

Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz und der ukrainische Präsident Wolodymyr Selenskyj

Merz: “It’s time for this war to end”

At a meeting with President Zelenskiy, the Chancellor pledges further winter aid and calls for Europe to be involved in the peace talks.

Verteidigungsminister Boris Pistorius empfängt seinen britischen Amtskollegen Wes Streeting in Berlin.

Germany and UK expand defence cooperation

Germany and the UK plan to expand their defence cooperation, focussing on new precision weapons, Eurofighter missiles and a space project.

Eine Demonstration der Initiative „Gen Z regelt“ am 31. Oktober in Freiburg

In the wake of youth protests: violence overshadows the concerns raised by young people

Following peaceful demonstrations by young people at the weekend, the mood turned violent in some cases. The rioting must not be allowed to divert attention from the legitimate concerns, however.

Ein Mann mit Headset lächelt

Artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence

Berlin Digital Summit: Wildberger aims to strengthen Europe’s position in AI

At the two-day Digital Summit in Berlin, representatives from Europe and Canada are discussing the future of artificial intelligence and Europe’s technological independence.

Bartrobbe auf Packeis in Norwegen

COP17 UN Biodiversity Conference

COP17 UN Biodiversity Conference

Schneider: we Europeans negotiated as a united and strong force

At the COP17 UN Biodiversity Conference, countries have agreed to step up efforts to protect biodiversity worldwide.

Außenminister Johann Wadephul in Atlanta

Wadephul: talks contentious but businesslike

G20 foreign ministers are discussing the wars and crises in the Middle East and Ukraine in Atlanta. There is no sign of a thaw in relations with Russia.

Chinas Staatschef Xi Jinping empfängt Bundespräsident Steinmeier mit militärischen Ehren

Steinmeier in China: confident regarding trade disputes

To round off his state visit to China, Federal President Steinmeier is meeting Prime Minister Li Qiang and head of state Xi Jinping. China’s large trade surplus was among the matters discussed.

Friedrich Merz und Lee Jae-myung

Germany and South Korea seek to deepen their partnership

Federal Chancellor Merz and President Lee want to establish a strategic partnership in the areas of advanced technology, resilient supply chains and military security.

Frachtschiffe

ifo: Signs point to export growth

According to the Munich-based ifo Institute, exports of many German industrial sectors are growing significantly. The automotive industry is among those driving the improvement.

Harry Kane mit dem Ballon d'Or

Harry Kane wins Ballon d'Or

Bayern Munich’s striker is first Bundesliga professional in 30 years to win the most prestigious individual award in world football.

Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz und Lawrence Wong, Premierminister der Republik Singapur

Merz wants large-scale free trade agreement with Pacific region

Germany wants to decrease its economic dependence on China. Free trade agreements are a key aspect in this context. Federal Chancellor Merz made a proposal during his trip to Asia.

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