Multilateralism • Table.Briefings

February 17th, 2026

DR Congo: Nobel Peace Prize laureate Dr. Denis Mukwege criticizes double standards in the Congo conflict

The physician Dr. Denis Mukwege was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2018 for his work combating sexual violence in armed conflicts. Speaking to Table.Briefings after returning to Berlin from the Munich Security Conference, Mukwege outlines his assessment of the conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and what he believes must be done to address sexual violence.

By Lucia Weiß and Arne Schütte

Interview | Munich Security Conference 2026

February 13th, 2026

South Africa’s deputy foreign minister Alvin Botes: We want to advance UN Security Council reform at the MSC

Ahead of the Munich Security Conference, which kicks off on Friday, South Africa’s Deputy Foreign Minister Alvin Botes spoke with Table.Briefings and explained why he thinks this year’s MSC is particularly important.

By David Renke

Bundesumweltminister Carsten Schneider gibt ein Interview.

Feature | COP30

November 23rd, 2025

COP30 reactions: German Environment Minister Schneider wants “stop sign” for fossil fuels

Reactions to the outcome of COP30 vary widely: German Environment Minister Carsten Schneider has announced new “alliances” to phase out the use of fossil fuels. While long-time COP participants see progress, activists are disappointed.

By Nico Beckert

Feature | COP30

November 7th, 2025

Leaders’ Summit: Reminders, cohesion and surprising demands

On the first day of the Leaders’ Summit ahead of COP30, heads of state emphasized their willingness to cooperate. In addition to the usual appeals and slogans, some of the demands at COP could still generate action, such as a phase-out of fossil fuels or a methane agreement.

By Nico Beckert and Bernhard Pötter

Feature | Diplomacy

September 16th, 2025

Xiangshan Forum: Security policy offer to the Global South

At the Xiangshan Forum in Beijing, China wants to make a new international security architecture palatable to countries from the Global South in particular. It is part of China's vision of a multipolar world order.

By Angela Köckritz