Europe before the election
The elections to the European Parliament in May 2019 will determine the future direction of the EU. A great deal is at stake for Europe.
Europe
Interviews, coverage and background stories on Germany and its relations to European countries.
“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?
The withdrawal
Will there be an agreement at the last minute or a hard Brexit? The most important facts on this subject.
The argument for “Europe United”
“Europe must play an active role in the world,” says Foreign Minister Heiko Maas.
“The populists are short-sighted in their approach”
Italian economist Simone Romano criticises how the classical parties have responded to the crisis and warns of the consequences this has for the EU.
Equal rights in politics?
One of the most powerful women in the world governs Germany. Does that mean German politics has a high proportion of women? Here are the figures.
Hamburg rocks London
Can an entire city go on tour? Hamburg can! “Hamburg on Tour” delighted Londoners with an extraordinary festival.
Environment: Is this the solution for plastic waste?
Researchers in eastern Germany want to transform environmentally harmful plastic into a valuable raw material.
Living together with new arrivals
Integrating refugees: This is how German towns and cities are succeeding.
Urbanism: insights into tomorrow’s cities
How “clever” do cities need to be to meet the challenges of the future? International visitors familiarise themselves with German smart city projects.
“Ploughing up the European course”
Everybody wants Europe, says political scientist Ulrike Guérot. The question is, though: Which? She personally advocates the “European Republic”.