In order to save German development cooperation, there needs to be a much stronger focus on realistic goals. This is according to a new study by the German Public Policy Institute (GPPi). The German government’s focus here should be on “equal opportunities”.
By Markus Bickel
Last year, former German Development Minister Gerd Müller was re-elected as head of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). In a short interview, Müller explains what goals he has set himself for this term of office and what consequences the possible closure of UNIDO’s offices in Germany would have.
By David Renke
Germany is spreading itself too thinly across too many issues in a world order that is undergoing realignment. This is particularly evident in development policy, which, as an instrument of German foreign policy and international cooperation, should be used where its effectiveness has been realistically proven.
By Benedikt Erforth and Heiner Janus
Girls’ rights have become a blind spot in the current Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) reform, warns Petra Berner, head of Plan International Germany. In her view, it is essential to keep girls at the center of development policy.
By Petra Berner
Following warnings of funding shortfalls for the World Food Program’s humanitarian operations in Somalia, the European Union has announced additional commitments to the country. The move is also intended to support further regional stabilization.
By Katharina Horban and David Renke
From April onward, the World Food Programme (WFP) is expected to require additional funding to sustain its humanitarian operations in Somalia. Expectations toward the German government are correspondingly high, as the potential security repercussions would extend well beyond the country’s borders.
By Katharina Horban
The BMZ has announced plans to strengthen the evaluation of development policy measures. Gabriel Hanrieder and Johanna Wicke of the think tank Kooperation Global welcome this move as a step in the right direction. In their Opinion piece, they outline what they expect from the ministry’s planned “Evidence Service Unit.”
By Johanna Wicke and Gabriel Hanrieder
At the start of the year, Germany’s Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development Reem Alabali Radovan outlined plans to restructure her ministry. Now, the first concrete details have come to light and indicate just how far-reaching the overhaul will be.
By Lucia Weiß and David Renke
At this year’s Munich Security Conference, Africa drew particular attention because of its critical mineral deposits. However, the war in Sudan and the role of development policy were also part of the discussion.
By Arne Schütte, Markus Bickel and Gabriel Bub
What opportunities and challenges exist for cooperation in the raw materials sector with partners in the so-called Global South?
By Markus Bickel
