Why independent journalism is so important for democracy
There is no freedom without freedom of the press: Bascha Mika, editor in Chief of Frankfurter Rundschau, about the lifeblood of a free society.
Politics
The Federal Republic of Germany is a value-based, vibrant democracy with a diverse political landscape.
Why democracy and human rights are two sides of the same coin
Human rights guarantee that the interests of individuals are protected even when they are not in the majority.
The future of democracy
Democracy as a form of government: read where the strength of democracy lies in an exclusive essay by Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier.
North America
“We all want our ideas to be heard”
Open Governance - the Internet enables co-governance for all people, says Beth Simone Noveck.
“Let’s have a real dialogue”
Open dialogue and free speech: Federal Foreign Minister Heiko Maas about the importance of accepting other points of view.
My dearest enemy: Donald Trump and Xi Jinping
The specter of a new Cold War between the US and China is lurking.
Africa
“A new quality”
Ethiopia has shown promising development. In one area Germany can offer a very particular contribution to this success, says Ambassador Brita Wagener.
Education with partner
Digitization and more: five facts about Germany’s commitment to education in development cooperation.
Learning together
Germany promotes education in development cooperation worldwide. A look at three projects.
No Young Pioneer’s badge
Angie Pohlers was born in eastern Germany the year the Wall came down. How has she experienced the growing together of East and West?
Stayed here
The writer María Cecilia Barbetta has found her second home in Germany. Here she tells how it happened.
Myths and realities
Manfred Güllner, the well-known opinion researcher, explains how the “electoral successes” of the right-wing populist AfD should really be assessed.