After US President Trump excluded South Africa from the G20, the country’s foreign minister thanked Germany for its support. As part of the Binational Commission, the two countries also agreed to strengthen their cooperation.
By David Renke
The Minister for Foreign Affairs wants to align the office with the new priorities of Europe, geoeconomics, and transatlantic relations.
By Michael Bröcker
Germany’s call for France to increase its defense spending is meeting with resistance. Some in Paris feel under attack and point to a need for clearer commitments to supporting Ukraine.
By Gabriel Bub
Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has concluded his trip to China. In Guangzhou in southern China, he expressed his appreciation for China's technical innovation. His trip had enabled him to prepare well for the planned visit by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
By Leonardo Pape
Federal Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul's trip to Beijing brought a new willingness to talk, but still no concrete relief for German industry. While China is once again sending benevolent signals regarding rare earths, the urgently needed export licenses for German companies have not been granted for the time being.
By Amelie Richter
After his original trip was postponed, Federal Foreign Minister Wadephul travels to China. The Chinese leadership is stepping up the pressure to assert its position on Taiwan internationally.
By Angela Köckritz
Human Rights Watch is calling on Foreign Minister Wadephul to send a signal of solidarity during his visit to China. Sustainable relations are only possible, the organization says, if human rights are upheld and defended.
By Philipp Frisch
According to insiders, Federal Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul is traveling to China next week. The visit serves as preparation for Chancellor Friedrich Merz's upcoming trip next year.
By Amelie Richter
Kaja Kallas commented calmly on the reports about an alleged US-Russian peace plan for Ukraine. This could not work as long as Ukraine and Europe were not involved. The EU would continue to pursue its own plan.
By Viktor Funk, Stephan Israel and Denis Trubetskoy
Following Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul’s postponed visit to China, Berlin and Beijing have held a telephone conversation in an attempt to restart the dialogue. Both sides emphasized the importance of stable relations – but the Taiwan formula remains a delicate issue.
By Amelie Richter
