Peace and Security

Humanitarian assistance supports people in acute need. We present an overview of Germany’s commitment and its central principles.

Climate change is intensifying humanitarian crises. Hinrich Thölken explains how Germany is helping to contain disasters.

The climate crisis is necessitating some difficult partnerships. Human rights must be non-negotiable, says peace researcher Stefan Kroll.

German Chancellor speaks to the United Nations: Olaf Scholz condemns Russian imperialism and emphasises UN values.

Germany's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Antje Leendertse, talks about key tasks for the UN.

The National Security Strategy is being developed in concert. Sophie Deuerlein talks about her active citizen participation.

Will we have to give up freedoms for a new national security strategy? Some answers from peace researcher Christopher Daase.

National Security Strategy: Fabio Flügel tells how citizens in Germany are being included in the strategy development.

National Security Strategy: The key questions and answers on the German government’s plans

Federal Foreign Minister Baerbock outlines the basic principles of a comprehensive “National Security Strategy” for Germany.

Education can be a game changer in times of crisis. Maria Pryshlak, director of the Ukrainian Free University, explains why.

Ukrainian children in care homes are fleeing their homeland in the face of Russia's war of aggression. This is how Germany is supporting them.