Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany London

Lough Erne hosts G8 Summit

Chancellor Angela Merkel is attending this year´s G8 Summit on 17-18 June in Lough Erne, where the G8 leaders are gathering to address international issues and the most pressing global challenges.

Sir Antonio Pappano, Music Director at the Royal Opera House

Celebration of new ‘Parsifal’ Production by Royal Opera House

On Thursday, 13 June 2013, Ambassador Georg Boomgaarden welcomed high-ranking guests from politics, the diplomatic corps, business and culture to a special musical evening to celebrate the Royal Opera House’s forthcoming production of Richard Wagner’s opera ‘Parsifal’ at his residence on Belgrave Square.

Centre for European Reform Anniversary Reception

Centre for European Reform 15th Anniversary Reception

On Monday, 10 June 2013, the Leader of the Opposition, The Rt Hon Ed Miliband MP, addressed a distinguished audience of politicians, decision-makers and journalists at the German Ambassador's Residence on the occasion of the 15th anniversary of the Centre for European Reform.

Protests in Turkey

The most recent clashes between the police and protesters saw violence deployed and several people arrested, particularly in Istanbul and Ankara. The police made use of tear gas and water cannon.

Now open for Entries: dena Energy Efficiency Award 2013

Businesses in industry and production are invited to submit energy efficiency projects for the international Energy Efficiency Award 2013 organised by Deutsche Energie-Agentur GmbH (dena) – the German Energy Agency. Deadline: 30 June 2013.

M100 Young European Journalists 2013: Call for Application

This year‘s M100 Young European Journalists Workshop focuses on the media influence on the political and social debate in Europe. Young journalists between 18 and 26 years old from all over Europe (including non-EU countries) can apply until 1 July 2013.