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Außenminister Johann Wadephul Interview
German Foreign Minister Wadephul
“I hear the call for greater German responsibility”
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul emphasises in an interview that he would like to expand Germany’s partnerships – to maintain freedom, prosperity and security.
Außenminister Johann Wadephul bei seinem US-Amtskollegen Marco Rubio. The new Federal Government
Foreign policy
German foreign policy in troubled times
After just a few weeks in office, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has already set the tone in a challenging global situation.
Die neue Bundeswirtschafts- und Energieministerin Katherina Reiche The new Federal Government
Economic policy
Katherina Reiche: growth through freedom
German Economics and Energy Minister Katherina Reiche wants to revive the German economy – and believes that tax relief for companies is the way forward.
Die neue deutsche Bundesregierung hat viel vor. The new Federal Government
Government programme
These are the goals of the German government
From digitisation to defence: the new German government has big plans. Here are some examples.
Reem Alabali-Radovan bei der Amtsübernahme The new Federal Government
Development policy
Reem Alabali-Radovan: “Respect, regardless of status and background”
The minister for economic cooperation and development came to Germany as the child of refugees and has carved an impressive career for herself.
Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz (l.) zu Gast beim ukrainischen Präsidenten Wolodymyr Selenskyj The new Federal Government
Federal Chancellor
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz: clear messages from the outset
At the start of his term in office, Merz made it clear what is important to him in foreign policy terms: peace for Ukraine and a strong role for Germany in the EU.
Sandra Bullock German roots
USA
These famous people with German roots have left their mark on the USA
Famous Americans with roots in Germany: we introduce you to a number of really surprising examples
Treffen der Außenminister von EU und AU in Brüssel 25 years of the EU-Africa partnership
Africa
A joint vision for peace, prosperity and mobility
In Brussels, the foreign ministers of the EU and AU are strengthening the partnership between the two continents - with a focus on security, prosperity and joint migration.
Meinungsfreiheit ist in Deutschland ein hohes Gut. Law
Legislation
Where do the limits on freedom of expression begin?
Freedom of expression is a fundamental right in Germany – but it still has its limits. Putting this much-debated issue into context.
Katerina Fomina aus Russland Freedom of expression
Journalists in exile
“I can breathe freely here”
Living in exile in Germany: three journalists explain what freedom of expression means to them.
In Deutschland steht das Versammlungsrecht im Grundgesetz. Freedom of expression
Demonstrating
“Loudly and peacefully”
Why demonstrate? Three people explain what prompts them to take to the streets - and what the right of assembly means to them.
Das Bundeskanzleramt The Federal Government
Who governs Germany?
The German Federal Government
Federal Chancellor, Cabinet, seat of government – here you can find out how the German government works.

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