70 years of the Basic Law
The adoption of the Basic Law on 8 Mai 1949 marked a fresh start for Germany.
Global Issues and Law
Human rights, globalization, rights dialogue, humanitarian aid and the UN. Current information and background on global issues and legal.
German Wikipedia offline in EU copyright protest
German Wikipedia took to the "drastic measure" in the hopes that the EU will amend its reform of copyright law.
With justice against injustice
Berlin-based human rights organisation ECCHR is engaged in a global fight against injustice. How does this lawyers’ initiative work?
Why Nuremberg is the city of human rights
Five facts you should know about Nuremberg and its historical legacy.
Why human rights are worth fighting for
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was signed 70 years ago. What has improved in the meantime, and which challenges still remain.
Important message from The Hague
Why Germany is such a strong supporter of the controversial International Criminal Court
The story of Julius Eche from Nigeria
„I want to make a fresh start“. Julius Eche is a migrant who once had high hopes and dreams of working in Germany.
What really helps Europe’s economy
The economist Gabriel Felbermayr talks about European integration, the trade dispute with the USA and Chinese investments in Germany.
Allies lash out at Trump ahead of G7 summit
The governments of Germany and France have taken a harsh line against the US president.Präsident Trump und den übrigen Teilnehmern schärfer.
Appreciated by Canadians
A new survey shows: Germany is highly regarded among Canadians, who particularly appreciate the country’s role in the refugee crisis.
Maas promotes Germany’s candidacy for the Security Council
New non permanent members are to be elected soon to the UN’s most important body. In New York, Foreign Minister Maas has been spelling out why Germany is the right candidate at this juncture.
Soros foundation to close Budapest office
The Open Society Foundations is considering closing its Budapest branch to move to Berlin.