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The foundation stone of the EU monetary union

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:24:56 GMT

It marked the birth of the euro, when a new era in the history of European cooperation began 20 years ago with a brief ceremony in Maastricht, the Netherlands.

Berlinale 2012

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:58:35 GMT

The world’s biggest film festival, the Berlinale, is back and even in its 62nd year stronger than ever! The festival runs from February 9 through 19.

The Tunisian model

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:28:47 GMT

During the Tunisian Foreign Minister’s Berlin visit, Foreign Minister Westerwelle underlined the fact that, “following the elections, Tunisia is very much heading in the right direction”.

Joint Franco-German cabinet meeting

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:29:19 GMT

On 6 February, the German and French Heads of Government and eight cabinet ministers from each side met in Paris for the Franco-German Council of Ministers.

Sicherheitskraft (m)

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:58:41 GMT

Die Botschaft der Bundesrepublik Deutschland in London sucht zum 01.04.2012 eine männliche Sicherheitskraft (ganztags).

Foreign Minister visits Middle East

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:32:05 GMT

Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle is currently on a four-day tour of the Middle East. His schedule includes stops in Egypt, Jordan, Israel and the Palestinian territories.

Growth through competitiveness

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:26:00 GMT

Foreign Minister Westerwelle states more competitiveness should determine EU budget allocation in a guest contribution in the Independent.

Spurred by Consumer Spending, German Economy Expands Again in 2011

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:05:42 GMT

The German economy grew by 3.0 percent in 2011 on 2010. This price-adjusted bump in gross domestic product follows an expansion of 3.7 percent the year before.

Focus on Asia-Pacific Region at the Munich Security Conference

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:53:05 GMT

The effects of the economic and financial crisis, the growing world-political significance of the Asia-Pacific region and the radical changes in the Arab world are among this year’s key themes at the 48th Munich Security Conference (MSC).

Interview with Federal Chancellor Angela Merkel

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:47:27 GMT

Interview with Federal Chancellor Angela Merkel in the Süddeutsche Zeitung, The Guardian, Le Monde, La Stampa, Gazeta Wyborcza, and El País newspapers.

"We must shape Europe with dedication"

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:47:24 GMT

Interview with Federal Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle on the EU’s new financial policy stability.

New sanctions against Iran and Syria

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:47:20 GMT

On 23 January, the Foreign Affairs Council adopted further sanctions because Iran has persisted with its nuclear programme and violence has continued in Syria.

Foreign Minister Westerwelle in Washington

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:47:14 GMT

The Arab Spring, the situation in Iran and Syria, as well as general security issues – Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle is discussing a wide range of topics during his trip to Washington. He will also be talking about the sovereign debt crisis in Europe and the euro.

Transformation dialogue with Tunisia

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:35:29 GMT

“The people of Tunisia were the first in North Africa to embark upon the venture of democratic change, and they are also pioneers when it comes to building democratic structures,” Federal Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle said during his visit to Tunis.

Major challenges facing Libya

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:35:28 GMT

"Germany stands by the new Libya as its friend and partner, to aid Libya’s successful reconstruction and its move towards democracy in both society and politics."

Foreign Minister Westerwelle in Algeria

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:35:28 GMT

On the first stop of his trip to North Africa, Foreign Minister Westerwelle encouraged the Algerian Government to undertake further reforms.

Increasing concern about Iran

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:00:48 GMT

The German Government is concerned about Iran’s continued refusal to meet its international commitments to, among others, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Currently new sanctions are being negotiated within the European Union that are to be adopted on 30 January at the next Foreign Affairs Council of the European Union.

Minister President of Lower Saxony visits London

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 15:51:06 GMT

David McAllister, Minister President of Lower Saxony, has met with Prince Charles at Clarence House, the official residence of The Prince of Wales.

"We will not leave the Afghan people in the lurch"

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:01:34 GMT

Speaking in the German Bundestag, Federal Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle has declared 2011 as the year that marked a turning point in international Afghanistan policy.

"Europe will emerge stronger from the crisis"

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:58:23 GMT

In a government statement on the euro summit, Chancellor Angela Merkel declared herself convinced that Germany and Europe will emerge stronger and more sustainable from the worst crisis of its history.