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Design Thinking fördert kollaboratives Arbeiten. Innovation How Design Thinking is changing the world of work
Neurowissenschaftler Henning Beck
Neuroscientist Henning Beck
“Good ideas are always a little uncomfortable”
KI kann uns helfen, kreativer zu werden.
Artificial intelligence
How AI helps to boost creativity
Carl Benz am Steuer des von ihm erfundenen Patent-Motorwagens, 1887
Innovations
Ten German inventions that change the world
Kulinarische Kreativität auf dem Teller.
Culinary inspiration
3 dishes, delicious composition
In Deutschland werden immer mehr Startups gegründet.
Start-ups
Where unicorns thrive

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Good ideas! Put your knowledge of German inventions to the test!
Gummibärchen
Hans Riegel invented the gummy bear (Gummibärchen) in 1922. What was its original name?
Ein Mann steht neben einem Menschen in Haribokostüm
Germany is a country of innovation. What place did it rank in 2024 for worldwide patent applications?
Schild vom Deutschen Patent- und Markenamt mit Reichsadler
Carl Benz invented the first motor car. What did he have to do to obtain a driving licence?
Eine Frau und ein Mann in einem historischen Auto
Engineer Konrad Zuse built the world’s first ever computer in 1941. What hobby did he pursue with passion?
Konrad Zuse vor einem Zeichentisch
Inventor Bruno Gruber has registered over 600 patents. Which invention is not one of his?
Ein Mann hält ein Ei mit einem Eierhalter in der Hand
Ten German inventions that changed the world
Carl Benz at the wheel of the patent motor car he invented, 1887

Germany has produced numerous innovations. We present some of the most fascinating ideas in the fields of mobility, technology and medicine.

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Newsroom
Bildungsministerin Karin Prien mit Dani Dayan, dem Vorsitzenden von Yad Vashem +++ Ticker Foreign Relations Minister of Education Prien visits Israel
In Hamburg sind die Menschen laut „Glücksatlas“ besonders zufrieden. Society Study: Many Germans are happy
Die Sieger des Deutschen Umweltpreises 2025 German Environmental Award Awards for climate researcher and innovative galvanisation technique
Bundesaußenminister Johann Wadephul (Archiv) Ukraine Foreign Minister Wadephul: “Further increase the pressure on Russia”
Friedrich Merz Ukraine war Merz optimistic regarding a use of Russian state assets
Moderne Medizin Health Milestone for the future of cardiac medicine
Aus der Luft erinnert IPAI an einen Computerchip. Technology Heilbronn to become a centre for artificial intelligence

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Sustainability in everyday life

Regionale Lebensmittel landen in der Erntekiste
Off to the fields
Die Kooperative in Frankfurt supplies city dwellers with organic vegetables – and motivates them to go out into the fields themselves.
Ankathrin Förster mit der Wurmkiste
Worm box and sustainable bank account
Meals, clothing, travel: Ankathrin Förster and her family live sustainably wherever possible.
Verpackungsmüll belastet die Umwelt.
Clever ideas for less waste
Coffee to go and takeaway pizza generate a huge amount of waste. Deposit schemes for packaging show that there’s a more ecofriendly way.
Auf Helgoland können Besucher Babyrobben beobachten.
Travelling for nature lovers
Seals, stars and a special overnight experience: we present three examples of how sustainable holidays in Germany can be unforgettable.
Dieses Haus besteht unter anderem aus Stroh.
Eco-conscious construction with clay and straw
A house made of straw? Absolutely! The people of Sieben Linden build using natural materials – and in a way that’s especially sustainable.
Do you know about sustainability?
Who agreed the 17 sustainability goals?
What is one of the three pillars of sustainability?
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Geben die Linie vor: die 17 Ziele der Agenda 2030

The global community has set itself ambitious goals for sustainable development. Together with its partners, Germany is contributing to change.

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Which sector produces the most greenhouse gases in Germany?
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Geben die Linie vor: die 17 Ziele der Agenda 2030

The global community has set itself ambitious goals for sustainable development. Together with its partners, Germany is contributing to change.

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The global community has set itself ambitious goals for sustainable development. Together with its partners, Germany is contributing to change.

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How much electricity was generated from renewable energy sources in Germany in 2024?
What is “Earth Hour”?
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Geben die Linie vor: die 17 Ziele der Agenda 2030

The global community has set itself ambitious goals for sustainable development. Together with its partners, Germany is contributing to change.

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You really are a sustainability expert!
Geben die Linie vor: die 17 Ziele der Agenda 2030

The global community has set itself ambitious goals for sustainable development. Together with its partners, Germany is contributing to change.

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Geben die Linie vor: die 17 Ziele der Agenda 2030

The global community has set itself ambitious goals for sustainable development. Together with its partners, Germany is contributing to change.

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Geben die Linie vor: die 17 Ziele der Agenda 2030

The global community has set itself ambitious goals for sustainable development. Together with its partners, Germany is contributing to change.

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Geben die Linie vor: die 17 Ziele der Agenda 2030

The global community has set itself ambitious goals for sustainable development. Together with its partners, Germany is contributing to change.

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Geben die Linie vor: die 17 Ziele der Agenda 2030

The global community has set itself ambitious goals for sustainable development. Together with its partners, Germany is contributing to change.

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Geben die Linie vor: die 17 Ziele der Agenda 2030

The global community has set itself ambitious goals for sustainable development. Together with its partners, Germany is contributing to change.

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Geben die Linie vor: die 17 Ziele der Agenda 2030

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German economy: #LeadingInnovation

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Germany and the US

Regional Focus

Gruppenbild mit Astronaut: Der „Space Day“ auf der Expo Osaka. Germany and Japan
Asia
Germany and Japan embark on a new mission
In Osaka, the two countries show how joint research drives innovation - together with the astronaut Matthias Maurer.
„Archäologe der Moderne“: Karl Schlögel Peace Prize
Russian
Educated view of Russia and Ukraine
The expert in Eastern European history Karl Schlögel is the winner of the 2025 Peace Prize and a dedicated opponent of historical misrepresentation.
Diego Camilo an seinem Arbeitsplatz Careers
Latin America
Electronics experts from Brazil: a new home in Germany
How the “Hand in Hand for International Talents” project is opening up long-term prospects in Germany for people like Diego Camilo.

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The UN at 80

Ricklef Beutin, Ständiger Vertreter Deutschlands bei den UN in New York
“Germany is a trusted partner”
Ricklef Beutin has been Germany’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations since August 2025. In an interview, he stood up for multilateralism.
UN
UN Security Council: Germany wants to accept responsibility
With clear goals and the desire to promote reforms, Germany is once more applying for a non-permanent seat on the Security Council for the 2027/28 term.
Außenminister Johann Wadephul und Annalena Baerbock, Präsidentin der UN-Generalversammlung
Better together
The UN is celebrating its 80th anniversary in 2025. Germany endorses a strong global organisation. However, the organisation faces some major challenges.
UN-Mitarbeiter Daniel Maier
Dedicated peacekeeper
In the context of the MONUSCO UN mission, Daniel Maier strives to promote stability and protection for the civilian population in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Deutschland engagiert sich seit mehr als 50 Jahren in den Vereinten Nationen.
Germany’s commitment to the UN
Germany does its duty through the UN in many different ways, from providing humanitarian aid to participating in peacekeeping missions.

Schnitzel & small talk

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Capital of Culture 2025

Europäische Kulturhauptstadt Chemnitz
Chemnitz welcomes visitors to discover its secrets.
Featuring art from Munch to Cage, Chemnitz is preparing to welcome millions of visitors for its year as European Capital of Culture in 2025. Selected highlights from the programme.
Projekt #3000Garagen in Chemnitz
Garages: creative spaces where culture takes shape
As European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz is celebrating how garages are places for encounters and artistic activity.
Altes Rathaus am Markt in Chemnitz
A city in flux
As 2025 European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz plans to reconnect with the entrepreneurial spirit that characterises its historical heritage.
Berlin war 1988 noch eine geteilte Stadt.
Germany’s European Capitals of Culture
Chemnitz is the fourth German city to be crowned a European Capital of Culture. Berlin, Weimar and Essen showed off their cultural diversity.
Bergbau in Chemnitz: Plakat im Archäologischen Museum
Old mines and new culture in Chemnitz
Chemnitz, European Capital of Culture in 2025, is staging a series of events to commemorate German mining history.

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Pros & Cons

The new Federal Government

Kanzler Friedrich Merz (M.) mit Mitgliedern seines Kabinetts
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.
Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz
“Germany is ready to act again as a strong partner”
Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz wants to live up to the expectations that others have of the EU’s economically strongest and most populous country.
Außenminister Johann 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.
Die neue deutsche Bundesregierung hat viel vor.
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
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
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.
Außenminister Johann Wadephul bei seinem US-Amtskollegen Marco Rubio.
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
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.
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Decision on members of the new government
Prior to the election of Friedrich Merz as Chancellor, the CDU/CSU and SPD have announced their ministers.
Friedrich Merz
Friedrich Merz: conservative transatlanticist
Who is the new federal chancellor of Germany and what does he stand for politically?

Day-to-day life in Germany

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Deutsche sind sehr vielfältig. Doch wie sind sie im Durchschnitt? Statistics
Facts about Germany
How do Germans live?
How do average people in Germany live and work? How old do they get? How much do they earn? We have all the facts and figures.
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Germany’s most popular beers
Pilsner or wheat? Germany is seen as the country of good beer. Here are the regional specialities.
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Friendship
How and where can I get to know people?
New to a German city? We'll show you the quickest way to make contacts and where you can meet people.

Getting Started in Germany

IT-Managerin Ayushi Sharma
Work, German lessons and buttered pretzels - Ayushi Sharma’s life in Germany
After completing her master’s in Munich, the young woman from India embarked on a career in Germany as an IT manager. This is how she got off to a successful start.
In sieben Schritten zum Job in Deutschland
Finding your job in Germany in seven steps
Mаríа Fernаndа Gаrcíа López is from Mexico and wants to work as IT specialists in Munich. The journey of this 28-year-old skilled worker is just one example of how you can come to Germany.
Die Erzieherin Daniela Noya wagte den Schritt nach Deutschland.
Teaching, learning, making friends – Daniela Noya’s life in Germany
The nursery school teacher from Colombia works at a nursery. She talks here about how she started out in Germany.
Das neue Digitalmagazin „Ankommen in Deutschland“
How to get off to a successful start in Germany
The new digital magazine from deutschland.de provides international skilled professionals with useful tips when they arrive in Germany.
Khaled Elbarbary
From the Red Sea to the Black Forest – Khaled Elbarbary’s life in Germany
Qualified staff from abroad are also in demand in Germany’s hotel sector. Let us introduce you to a young Egyptian who works in the Black Forest.

Development and Dialogue

Development and Dialogue
Treffen der Außenminister von EU und AU in Brüssel
25 years of the EU-Africa partnership
A joint vision for peace, prosperity and mobility
Die Berge Kolumbiens verfügen über viele Rohstoffe.
Raw materials
CONNEX: advice for partner countries
Sahel
Summit of the Future
International alliance of helpers

Mobility and Travel

Mobility and Travel
ICE
Getting around in Germany
Mit dem Fahrrad kommt man nah ran an die Mauerreste.
Europe
Following the Berlin Wall trail
Mit dem Deutschlandticket nutzt du Busse und Bahnen im Regionalverkehr.
Travel in Germany
Deutschlandticket: travel across Germany by bus and train

The economy in Germany

The economy in Germany
In Deutschland werden immer mehr Startups gegründet.
#LeadingInnovation
Where unicorns thrive
Design Thinking fördert kollaboratives Arbeiten.
Ideas
How Design Thinking is changing the world of work
Fachkräfte haben in Deutschland gute Chancen.
The steps to getting a job in Germany

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Die neue Bundesregierung
Germany - the Federal Government
better together
#BetterTogether: Global engagement
Neuankommende Fluechtlinge im Registration Center Kakuma, Kenia
Humanitarian Assistance
Erneuerbare Energien
Renewable energies
UN- und Deutschland-Flaggen
Germany in the United Nations
Arbeiten in Deutschland
Working in Germany
Studieren in Deutschland
Your guide to studying in Germany
Deutsch lernen
Learning German
Eisbergabbruch
Climate Protection
Roboterhand, Menschenhand
Digitization
Was Europa zusammenhält
The EU at a glance
Brandenburg gate at sunset
Destination Germany

Famous Germans

Wim Wenders bei der Verleihung des Europäischen Filmpreises 2024
Wim Wenders - travelling the world through film
Wim Wenders has made a name for himself not just as one of Germany’s leading directors but also as a photographer.
Sophie Scholl
Sophie Scholl: Resistance icon
Sophie Scholl is one of the most famous women in German history. As a member of the “White Rose”, she was part of the resistance to the Nazi regime.
Albert Schweitzer 1965 vor dem von ihm gegründeten Krankenhaus in Lambaréné
Albert Schweitzer: out of reverence for life
What drove the doctor, humanist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate – and how he built an entire hospital village in what is today Gabon.
Ihr Tagebuch wurde nach Anne Franks Tod weltberühmt.
Anne Frank and her diary: writing for eternity
Anne Frank died in a concentration camp aged 15. Her diary is one of the most important documents which bear witness to Nazi atrocities.
Theologe Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Dietrich Bonhoeffer: faith in contradiction
It is not possible to be a National Socialist and a Christian at the same time: this is the attitude that defined the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. The theologian was murdered by the Nazis on 9 April 1945.
Gutenberg-Denkmal in Mainz
Johannes Gutenberg – knowledge for the whole world
It was his invention of letterpress printing with movable type that enabled books to be produced rapidly and inexpensively.
Erich Kästner 1969 in München
Erich Kästner: a great children’s book author – and much more besides
His children’s books have been translated into more than 70 languages and continue to sell millions of copies to this day. Erich Kästner didn’t just write for young readers, however.
Blick in die Schau in der Hamburger Kunsthalle
Caspar David Friedrich: the master of silence
Forgotten, misunderstood and celebrated: Caspar David Friedrich’s works are ready to be rediscovered again in his 250th anniversary year.
Goethe ist einer der bekanntesten Dichter und Denker Deutschlands.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe: a genius, even beyond literature
Goethe shaped German culture like no other. His persistent thirst for knowledge was his greatest motivation.
Ihre Gedanken sind bis heute aktuell: Hannah Arendt (1906–1975)
A life in exile: Hannah Arendt and her escape from evil
Hannah Arendt was one of the most influential political theorists. Her works reveal how important it is to stand up for democracy and human rights.
Marlene Dietrich, Hollywood-Star aus Deutschland
Marlene Dietrich - world star, style icon, myth
The actress and singer was a phenomenon of her era and continues to inspire many people around the world today, partly because of her political stance.
Franz Kafka
Franz Kafka – the eternal enigma of world literature
The world's most widely read German-language author died on 3 June 1924 – and left instructions for all his writings to be destroyed.
Käthe Kollwitz mit Selbstbildniss (vermutlich von 1940)
Käthe Kollwitz – a dauntless woman and major artist
Her works are of timeless significance and exceptional artistic quality. Käthe Kollwitz campaigned against war and poverty and for the rights of women.
Thomas Mann 1916
Thomas Mann – a literary giant of the century
2025 marks the 150th anniversary of Thomas Mann’s birth and the 70th anniversary of his death – a good moment to revisit the work of the Nobel laureate.
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Karnevalsumzug mit einer Figur von Kanzler Scholz Humour
Artistic freedom
Satire in Germany: as provocative as possible, please
Mockery and malice: artists in Germany have plenty of opportunities to critically engage with politics and society.
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.
Hybride Angriffe auf Deutschland nehmen zu. Crime
Propaganda and sabotage
Protecting democracy against hybrid attacks
Germany is focusing its attention on the risks posed by information manipulation, cyberattacks and acts of sabotage. Most of the attacks are orchestrated from abroad.

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