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Brandenburger Tor
A process without historical precedent
Germany has been reunited since October 3, 1990. The peaceful revolution of the people in the GDR had brought down the Wall that had divided Germany into east and west.
East Side Gallery in Berlin – die bemalte Mauer Reunification
Memorial
Border experience
Where German-German history becomes tangible: various remembrance sites ensure that the past is not forgotten.
Vor dem Deutschen Bundestag weht die Europäische Fahne. Day of German Unity
National Holiday
Why is the third of October a public holiday?
This is the day on which Germany celebrates its reunification. Find out how this came to pass, and what happened 35 years ago.
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.
Deutscher Bundestag
Democracy in Germany
The Basic Law is the heart of democracy in the Federal Republic of Germany. It was only intended as a temporary measure, but has now lasted since 1949.
Junge Menschen sollen stärker in die Politik eingebunden werden. Young democracy
Youth Strategy
Ensuring policy is youth-friendly
Young people are to be more closely involved in politics – the most important questions and answers on the Federal Government’s Youth Strategy.
Deutschland ist seit Jahrzehnten ein Einwanderungsland. Migration
Migration policy
Germany remains a country of immigration - with clear rules
Germany’s new Federal Government wants to noticeably reduce irregular migration and accelerate processes - while at the same time specifically encouraging skilled immigration.
Ali Chamenei, oberster religiöser und politischer Führer des Iran Sanctions
Nuclear talks
Europeans trigger procedure for sanctions against Iran
Iran finds itself increasingly isolated in the nuclear dispute. With new sanctions, pressure is mounting on the government in Tehran.
Somalia Humanitarian assistance
Accountability
Alleviating crises around the world
Germany provides humanitarian aid to support millions of people, including in countries and regions that are not at the centre of media attention.
Airdrops sollen dringende Hilfe kurzfristig bereitstellen. Humanitarian assistance
Arab world
German aid for Gaza
Food, water, medical care and diplomatic efforts: Germany is supporting the people of Gaza by means of comprehensive measures.
Kanzler Friedrich Merz (M.) mit Mitgliedern seines Kabinetts Politics
Coalition on course
Germany’s new government: resolute shift in policy
In its first 100 days, Germany’s new government has already highlighted numerous areas of focus and strengthened Germany’s international partnerships.
Das KAIPTC bietet unter anderem Kurse zu weiblicher Führung für Frieden und Sicherheit an. Peacekeeping
Africa
An anchor of stability in West Africa
The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Center in Ghana has evolved into a hub for matters related to peacekeeping and security.

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