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Jens Spahn (l.) und Matthias Miersch Germany News Today
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Parliamentary group leaders in Kyiv
Current information about Germany’s foreign policy and foreign relations.
Mehr Menschen aus dem Ausland beginnen Ausbildung in Deutschland
Starting vocational training
More people from abroad are beginning vocational training in Germany
Thousands of young people are beginning their work lives today. While the number of trainees from Germany is declining, it is on the increase among people with a migrant background.
Johann Wadephul
Foreign policy
Merz and Wadephul call for greater pressure on Putin
All efforts so far to compel Russia to end its attacks on Ukraine have come to nothing. Chancellor and Foreign Minister demand even tougher sanctions.
Kanzler Merz und Präsident Macron mit Kabinettsmitgliedern
European partners
Standing together for growth and security
Germany and France underlined the fresh start in their relationship at a meeting of the two cabinets in the French city of Toulon. 
Werner Herzog bekommt Goldenen Löwen für sein Lebenswerk
Culture
Werner Herzog is awarded the Golden Lion for his lifetime achievements
The German director Werner Herzog was awarded the Golden Lion for his lifetime achievements at the opening night of the Venice Film Festival. A documentary by Herzog is shown at the festival.
Neuer Wehrdienst auf dem Weg
Defence policy
New military service model underway
The Cabinet relies on mandatory army physicals while military service itself is to remain voluntary for the time being. It also decided to set up a National Security Council.
Friedrich Merz und Mark Carney (r.)
Foreign policy
Germany and Canada seek to deepen their partnership
Federal Chancellor Merz hosted a visit by Canadian Prime Minister Carney in Berlin. Their talks focused on closer cooperation in the area of economic affairs and foreign policy. 
Klingbeil: Wir stehen an der Seite der Ukraine
Foreign policy
Klingbeil: we stand by Ukraine
In Kyiv, Finance Minister Klingbeil highlighted the importance of reliable security guarantees. He also stressed the need for Ukraine’s army to remain capable of defence.
Wadephul: Kroatien ist Vorbild
Foreign policy
Wadephul: Croatia is a role model
During his inaugural visit to Croatia, Foreign Minister Wadephul highlighted the country's key role in the Western Balkans' EU accession process.
Johann Wadephul
Politics
Federal Government invites public to Open Day
This weekend those interested can take a behind-the-scenes look at federal politics in the Federal Chancellery and the various ministries.
Odessa Art Museum (Archivbild)
Culture
Germany and Ukraine agree on cultural partnership
Minister of State for Culture Weimer assures his Ukrainian counterpart Berezhna of further support.
THW-Einsatz in Slowenien
Anniversary
75 years of the Federal Agency for Technical Relief
The Federal Agency for Technical Relief (THW) celebrates its 75th anniversary today. Since 1950 it has been active in civil and disaster protection – both nationally and internationally.

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