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Brandenburger Tor
Illumination of the Brandenburg Gate © Oellermann/Bundesregierung
31.12.2020 Article

Message from German Chancellor Merkel and Portuguese Prime Minister Costa to mark the handover of the EU Council Presidency Internal link

German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas passes on the baton via video, to his Portuguese counterpart
German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas "passes on" the baton via video, to his Portuguese counterpart - and then sends the baton on its way to Lisbon © Thomas Koehler/photothek.de
31.12.2020 Article

Portugal takes over from Germany: The passing on of the EU Council Presidency baton, on video Internal link

The EU and China have concluded a Comprehensive Agreement on Investment
The EU and China have concluded a Comprehensive Agreement on Investment © Bundesregierung/Bergmann
30.12.2020 Article

The EU and China: Agreement in principle reached on investment Internal link

Portugal's Foreign Minister Augusto Santos Silva in Berlin
Portugal's Foreign Minister Augusto Santos Silva in Berlin: This is the fourth time Portugal holds the Presidency of the Council of the European Union © Janine Schmitz/photothek.de
30.12.2020 Article

Interview with Portugal's Minister of Foreign Affairs Augusto Santos Silva: “Time to deliver” Internal link

View of the cape Cabo de Roca with the cliffs and the lighthouse.
Portugal has been a member of the European Economic Community since 1 January 1986 © Getty Images/iStockphoto/Olga Tarasyuk
30.12.2020 Article

Start of the Presidency of the Council of the EU: Impressions of Portugal Internal link

School children at the 2019 theatre festival in Almada
School children at the 2019 theatre festival in Almada © Carlos Pedrosa
30.12.2020 Article

Germany and Portugal – together for Europe Internal link

Foreign Minister Maas
Foreign Minister Maas: "On 1 January we say 'Hello, Goodbye' to the United Kingdom" © Florian Gaertner/photothek.net
29.12.2020 Press release

Foreign Minister Maas on the EU Council Decision on the Withdrawal Agreement Internal link

The official bell of the presidency sits on a table.
On 31 December the German Presidency of the Council of the EU will end, after six months of intensive work for the European Union  © Thomas Trutschel/photothek.de
29.12.2020 Article

Taking stock of Germany’s Presidency of the Council of the EU: “Together for Europe’s recovery” Internal link

EU member states work together to tackle the challenge of the coronavirus
EU member states work together to tackle the challenge of the coronavirus © picture alliance/AP Photo/Francisco Seco
28.12.2020 Article

FAQ: What is the European Union doing about the COVID-19 pandemic? Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
27.12.2020 Article

Looking back: A review of the cultural programme of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU Internal link

Collage of the Youth video project: What is the Presidency of the Council of the European Union?
What do people think about Europe? People in all three Trio Presidency countries were asked for their views in the youth video project © Internationaler Bund (IB) e.V.
27.12.2020 Article

Youth video project: What is the Presidency of the Council of the European Union? Internal link

Holger Osterrieder
Holger Osterrieder, Coordinator of the EU2020 Planning and Protocol Task Force at the Federal Foreign Office © Auswärtiges Amt
26.12.2020 Article

Interview: A Council Presidency with both digital and physical formats - how does that work? Internal link

Foreign Minister Maas
German Foreign Minister Maas: "Very close to a solution which will finally open a new chapter in our relations with the UK" © Florian Gaertner/photothek.net
24.12.2020 Press release

Foreign Minister Maas on the agreement reached between the European Union and UK negotiating teams Internal link

EU2020 season's greetings
Christmas in Europe: A time for reflection, comfort and charity  © AA
24.12.2020 Article

What Christmas sounds like in Europe: The German EU Council Presidency sends season’s greetings in 24 languages Internal link

Three Christmas tree cookies
The three different countries observe different Christmas traditions © Westend61
24.12.2020 Article

Germany, Portugal and Slovenia: The Trio Partners' Christmas traditions Internal link

EU-LAC Summit
Restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic meant that many Presidency events went digital © Florian Gaertner/photothek.net
23.12.2020 Article

Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU: A review in pictures Internal link

EU2020 logo with flags in the background
Six months, hundreds of meetings and many accomplishments - reflect back on Germany's 2020 Council Presidency in figures © Thomas Trutschel/photothek.de
22.12.2020 Article

Facts and figures: Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU Internal link

On Monday the EMA recommended approving the BioNTech/Pfizer
On Monday the EMA recommended approving the BioNTech/Pfizer vaccine for use in the EU © Getty Images/Leon Neal
21.12.2020 Article

European Commission approves first COVID-19 vaccine Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
20.12.2020 Article

Earth Speakr: “Culture can show things that otherwise stay hidden” Internal link

Avoided emissions through climate protection projects
To offset the emissions caused by the Council Presidency, Germany is investing in climate protection projects in Malawi, Zambia and Uganda. In total, 71,519 tonnes of CO2 equivalents (i.e. CO2 and other greenhouse gases) will be offset in this way. © DEHst
19.12.2020 Article

Climate-neutral German Council Presidency: How the remaining emissions will be offset Internal link

European Flags
The fund will improve the EU’s capacity to strengthen the ability of third countries to prevent and respond to crises and better protect their own populations © dpa
18.12.2020 Press release

Council reaches a political agreement on the European Peace Facility Internal link

Goethe Key Visual EU2020
What defines Europe and how do we want to live in Europe in the future? The projects of the Goethe-Institut in the cultural programme of the German Presidency of the Council of the EU have dealt with these questions. © Tobias Schrank
18.12.2020 Press release

Cultural programme of the German Presidency of the Council of the EU: Conclusion of the Goethe-Institut’s European Projects Internal link

German Minister of Finance Olaf Scholz
German Federal Minister for Finance Olaf Scholz: "It will give a strong boost to our economies and enable member states to shape a greener and more digital future for Europe’s citizens and businesses" © dpa
18.12.2020 Press release

Recovery and Resilience Facility: Council presidency and Parliament reach provisional agreement Internal link

Ludwig van Beethoven mural painting in the old city
Ludwig van Beethoven's "Ode to Joy" has been the European anthem for decades © blickwinkel
17.12.2020 Article

Beethoven anniversary on 17 December: Seven things you didn't know about the European Anthem Internal link

Troubleshooting and repairing a computer
Strengthening the circular economy: In the future, consumers will be able to have products repaired more easily © colourbox
17.12.2020 Press release

European Environment Council favours EU-wide right to repair and greater product durability Internal link

Transmission lines and wind turbine
Environment Minister Svenja Schulze: "Our new EU target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55 percent by 2030 sets an example internationally" © Geisler-Fotopress
17.12.2020 Press release

German Environment Minister Schulze: Climate action in Europe now set in stone Internal link

Germany is working for binding EU-wide biodiversity targets and specific measures to stop biodiversity loss
Germany is working for binding EU-wide biodiversity targets and specific measures to stop biodiversity loss © Unsplash/Denise Johnson
17.12.2020 Article

On the way to a European Climate Law: Questions and answers about climate and environmental policy Internal link

Svenja SCHULZE, German Federal Minister for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Reactor Safety.
During the meeting, which will be led by Germany's Federal Minister for the Environment, Svenja Schulze, ministers will discuss European climate law and the European Commission’s chemicals strategy, among other topics. © EU
17.12.2020 Article

Environment Council in Brussels: These topics were on the agenda Internal link

Fisherman Greetsiel Greetsiel
Federal Minister Julia Klöckner: "Our agreement on provisional quotas is a guarantee for our European fishers that they will be able to carry on fishing from 1 January" © dpa
17.12.2020 Press release

EU fisheries ministers adopt provisional 2021 catch quotas for the North Sea and the Atlantic Internal link

Two pigs in straw
Federal Minister Klöckner: "Today’s decision is a clear commitment to greater animal welfare in Europe and a significant step forward" © connydesign /stock.adobe.com
15.12.2020 Press release

EU Agriculture Council launches European animal welfare label Internal link

Woman holding up yoghurt pot in front of refrigerated supermarket shelf
Federal Minister Julia Klöckner: "We are actively committed to ensuring that the origin of food will be labelled in a more transparent manner" © Robert Kneschke - stockadobe.com
15.12.2020 Press release

Federal Minister of Food and Agriculture Julia Klöckner: Greater guidance for consumers’ food choices Internal link

Federal Minister of Food and Agriculture, Julia Klöckner
Federal Minister of Food and Agriculture, Julia Klöckner © European Union
15.12.2020 Press release

EU Council of Agriculture Ministers: Focus on fishing quotas and European nutrition and animal welfare labels Internal link

Constitutional Affairs Committee Member Danuta Hübner, European Parliament Vice-President Katarina Barley, Minister of State Michael Roth and Commission Vice-President for Values and Transparency Věra Jourová
From left to right: Constitutional Affairs Committee Member Danuta Hübner, European Parliament Vice-President Katarina Barley, Minister of State Michael Roth and Commission Vice-President for Values and Transparency Věra Jourová © European Parliament
15.12.2020 Article

Together for a more open, transparent Europe: EU agrees on new regulations for lobbyists in Brussels and Strasbourg Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
15.12.2020 Article

Europe in Film: And the winner is... Internal link

German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas and EU High Representative Josep Borrell before the meeting of foreign ministers from the EU, Latin America and the Caribbean
German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas and EU High Representative Josep Borrell before the meeting of foreign ministers from the EU, Latin America and the Caribbean © photothek.net
14.12.2020 Article

Closer cooperation across the Atlantic: Meeting of foreign ministers from the EU, Latin America and the Caribbean Internal link

EU Commissioner
EU Commissioner Ylva Johannson joined EU home affairs ministers at their final videoconference under the German Presidency of the Council of the EU © Henning Schacht
14.12.2020 Press release

Final meeting of EU Home Affairs Ministers under Germany’s Council Presidency: “Migration will decide Europe’s fate.” Internal link

Europol HQ
EU home affairs ministers discussed strengthening Europol's operational mandate © BELGA
14.12.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Home Affairs Ministers: Migration and security on the agenda Internal link

Gas stove
Under the EU-Regulation, Member States are required to sign bilateral solidarity agreements with one another © colourbox
14.12.2020 Press release

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Peter Altmaier, Germany's federal minister responsible for energy
Federal Minister of Economic Affairs and Energy Peter Altmaier discussing energy efficiency with his European counterparts at the videoconference © BMWI
14.12.2020 Press release

Videoconference of EU Energy Ministers: “We need to give greater priority to energy efficiency” Internal link

Energy system integration is crucial for setting the path towards a climate neutral Europe
Energy system integration is crucial for setting the path towards a climate neutral Europe © dpa
14.12.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Energy Ministers: Focus on energy system integration Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
13.12.2020 Article

Oekoropa youth competition: Designing a carbon-neutral tour of Europe Internal link

A participating duo in the Europe talks project
A duo participating in the "Europe talks - Europa spricht" project © Maria Sturm/ZEIT ONLINE
12.12.2020 Article

“Europe Talks” kicks off tomorrow: Europeans engage each other in discussions Internal link

European Parliament in Strasbourg
European Parliament in Strasbourg © abaca
12.12.2020 Article

EU budget and Next Generation EU recovery fund: What happens now? Internal link

German Chancellor Angela Merkel in conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron and Charles Michel, the President of the European Council
German Chancellor Angela Merkel in conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron and Charles Michel, the President of the European Council © Bundesregierung/Steffen Kugler
11.12.2020 Article

European Council in Brussels: Agreement reached on the budget and climate protection Internal link

European Council meeting room in the Europa building in Brussels
European Council meeting room in the Europa building in Brussels © European Union
11.12.2020 Article

Today's meeting of EU leaders: What does the European Council actually do? Internal link

Illustration of padlocks and digital graphics
The new centre will promote cybersecurity research around the EU © colourbox
11.12.2020 Press release

A milestone in cybersecurity: European Cybersecurity Competence Centre to be located in Bucharest Internal link

Seehofer
Federal Minister of the Interior Horst Seehofer at the Videoconference of EU Interior Ministers on 13 November 2020 © Henning Schacht
11.12.2020 Press release

Fight against terrorism on the internet: Political agreement reached on EU Regulation Internal link

Federal Minister of Defence Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer
Federal Minister of Defence Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer answered questions on the German Presidency of the Council of the EU © picture alliance / Flashpic
11.12.2020 Press release

Résumé and outlook: Federal Minister of Defence Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer on Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU Internal link

In 2012 the EU received the Nobel Peace Prize for advancing the causes of peace, reconciliation, democracy and human rights in Europe
In 2012 the EU received the Nobel Peace Prize for advancing the causes of peace, reconciliation, democracy and human rights in Europe © Bundesregierung
09.12.2020 Article

Anniversary of the 2012 Nobel Peace Prize for the EU: A prize for everyone in Europe Internal link

Train in the night
Continuous long-distance rail transport should make Europe even more climate and environmentally friendly © picture alliance / Geisler-Fotopress
08.12.2020 Article

TransEuropExpress 2.0: A night train through Europe Internal link

Federal Minister of Transport and Digital Infrastructure, Andreas Scheuer
Federal Minister of Transport and Digital Infrastructure, Andreas Scheuer, exchanged ideas with his counterparts about the Eurovignette and the Single European Sky initiative © dpa
08.12.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Transport Ministers: Focus on the Eurovignette Internal link

German Minister of State for Europe, Michael Roth
Under German Minister of State for Europe, Michael Roth's leadership, the ministers discussed future EU-UK relations © EU
08.12.2020 Article

Videoconference of European Affairs Ministers: Focus on EU-UK relations Internal link

Minister of State for Europe Roth at the last virtual, informal meeting of the General Affairs Council during Germany’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union © Federal Foreign Office
08.12.2020 Article

Videoconference of the European Affairs Ministers: Preparing for the final stretch of the Presidency and looking ahead Internal link

Hands with world map
The promotion and protection of human rights remain a cornerstone and priority of EU external action © European Union
07.12.2020 Press release

EU adopts a global human rights sanctions regime Internal link

Willy Brandt falling to his knees in Warsaw
A historic scene – 7 December 1970: Federal Chancellor Willy Brandt kneeling before the memorial at the former Jewish ghetto in Warsaw, which commemorates the heroes of the ghetto uprising of April 1943 © dpa
07.12.2020 Article

In humility for peace and Europe Internal link

German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas
German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas at the meeting of the Foreign Affairs Council on Monday in Brussels © Felix Zahn/photothek.net
07.12.2020 Article

Meeting of the Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels: Strengthening human rights and transatlantic relations Internal link

Federal Consumer Protection Minister Christine Lambrecht
Federal Minister of Justice and Consumer Protection Christine Lambrecht: "We will strengthen cooperation between Member States and EU institutions, ensuring that consumers are able to assert their rights across European borders" © Henning Schacht
07.12.2020 Press release

Informal videoconference of the EU Ministers for Consumer Protection: Asserting consumer rights across European borders Internal link

The series Looking back, looking ahead explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context
The series "Looking back, looking ahead" explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context  © Federal Foreign Office
07.12.2020 Article

Looking back, looking ahead: Consumer protection in the European Union Internal link

Modernes Smartphone liegt auf EU-Flagge
At the Informal Videoconference, ministers will discuss about the nexus of  consumer protection and the digital transformation © Zoonar.com/DesignIt
07.12.2020 Article

Informal Videoconference of EU Ministers for Consumer Protection: Focus on digitalisation and sustainability Internal link

Servers
The Data Governance Act was a key agenda item at the videoconference of the EU ministers for telecommunications and digital policy © picture alliance / dpa
07.12.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Ministers for Telecommunications and Digital Policy: Fostering digitisation in Europe Internal link

German Minister of State for Europe Michael Roth
German Minister of State for Europe Michael Roth: "The German Council Presidency is fully committed in strengthening transparency by introducing a new Transparency Register at EU level." © Auswärtiges Amt
07.12.2020 Press release

Mandatory Transparency Register: Compromise on draft conditionality package Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
06.12.2020 Article

Robot Gaia on Tour: Visiting Bremen and Rotterdam Internal link

7 December marks the 20th anniversary of the signing of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union.
7 December marks the 20th anniversary of the signing of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union © UE / Xavier Lejeune
05.12.2020 Article

Protecting human rights: Questions and answers about the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights Internal link

Bärbel Kofler, Federal Government Commissioner for Human Rights Policy and Humanitarian Assistance at the Federal Foreign Office
Since 1 March 2016, Bärbel Kofler has been the Federal Government Commissioner for Human Rights Policy and Humanitarian Assistance at the Federal Foreign Office © photothek/Thomas Köhler
05.12.2020 Article

EU Charter of Fundamental Rights turns 20 : “Improving people's lives in Europe” Internal link

The Europa building in Brussels
The Europa building in Brussels, the seat of the European Council and the Council of the EU © dpa
04.12.2020 Press release

EU budget for 2021: Council and Parliament reach common understanding Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
04.12.2020 Article

Europe in Film: Moving, diverse, critical Internal link

Fishing cutter comes back from the catch on the Baltic Sea
Small-scale coastal fisheries and vessels in particular would receive support from the new EMFAF © dpa
04.12.2020 Press release

Informal deal on European Maritime and Fisheries Fund: Towards stable, profitable and environmentally-friendly value chains Internal link

Ministers Giffey and Heil at the EPSCO meeting 
The Videoconference of Employment and Social Policy Ministers was chaired by both German ministers responsible for those respective policy areas: Federal Ministers Franziska Giffey and Hubertus Heil © BMAS
03.12.2020 Press release

Videoconference of Employment and Social Policy Ministers: Focus on social affairs and gender equality in European policymaking Internal link

discussions focused on the working conditions and social protection of platform workers and the Commission’s Gender Equality Strategy
Discussions focused on the working conditions and social protection of platform workers and the Commission’s Gender Equality Strategy © picture alliance/dpa | Volkmar Heinz
03.12.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Employment and Social Policy Ministers: Platform economy and gender equality on the agenda Internal link

German Federal Minister of Justice and Consumer Protection Christine Lambrecht
German Federal Minister of Justice and Consumer Protection Christine Lambrecht chaired the videoconference © Thomas Trutschel/photothek.de
02.12.2020 Press release

Lambrecht: “Fight against terrorism is also a fight against the hatred and contempt for humanity on the internet” Internal link

Virtueller Rat der EU-Justizministerinnen und –Minister
Germany’s Federal Minister of Justice Christine Lambrecht and EU justice ministers discussed the latest developments concerning the rule of law in European Union member states © European Union
02.12.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Justice Ministers: Focus on rule of law and the fight against terrorism Internal link

German Minister of Health Jens Spahn led the videoconference of EU health ministers
German Minister of Health Jens Spahn led the videoconference of EU health ministers © AFP Pool
02.12.2020 Press release

Spahn: “The European Union is showing its strength in the pandemic” Internal link

EU and WHO deliver oxygen concentrators to Ukraine
The defining theme of the German Presidency of the Council of the European Union is the increased European cooperation to control the COVID-19 pandemic in the long term © picture alliance / Photoshot
02.12.2020 Article

EU Health Ministers discuss integrated European health management and the COVID-19 pandemic Internal link

Felix Klein, Federal Government Commissioner for Jewish Life in Germany and the Fight against Antisemitism
Felix Klein, Federal Government Commissioner for Jewish Life in Germany and the Fight against Antisemitism, at the conference "Together against Anti-Semitism in Europe", which took place on 10 September under the auspices of the German Council Presidency © Flashpic
02.12.2020 Press release

Council approves declaration on the fight against antisemitism Internal link

Foreign Minister Maas at the annual meeting of EU and ASEAN Foreign Ministers (Videoconference)
Foreign Minister Maas at the annual meeting of EU and ASEAN Foreign Ministers (Videoconference) © Felix Zahn/photothek.net
01.12.2020 Article

Strengthening EU-Asia relations: EU and ASEAN are to enter into a Strategic Partnership Internal link

PK Olaf Scholz
German Federal Minister of Finance Olaf Scholz at the press conference following the Videoconference of EU Economics and Finance Ministers © Thomas Koehler/photothek.de
01.12.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Economics and Finance ministers: “Important step forward in adapting our rules to the digital economy” Internal link

Graphic city scenes
In our series “Citytour”, we introduce the cities, towns and regions where the informal meetings are taking place © Auswärtiges Amt
01.12.2020 Article

Citytour in Wiesbaden: Europe happens here Internal link

The series Looking back, looking ahead explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context
The series "Looking back, looking ahead" explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context  © Federal Foreign Office
01.12.2020 Article

Looking back, looking ahead: Democracy and social participation in the EU Internal link

Eberbach Monsatery
Part of the meeting was originally supposed to take place in the Eberbach Monastery © dpa
01.12.2020 Article

COVID-19 coordination and dialogue with European youth: Michal Roth chairs virtual meeting of ministers for European affairs Internal link

Minister of State Monika Grütters
Minister of State Monika Grütters, Germany’s Federal Government Commissioner for Culture and the Media, led the virtual meeting © BKM
01.12.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU culture and audiovisual ministers: “Creative Europe” to be strengthened Internal link

Empty theatre symbol for cultural industries during the pandemic
Discussions during Tuesday's two videoconferences will revolve around reviving the cultural and sporting sectors, both of which have been hard-hit by the COVID-19 pandemic © dpa-Zentralbild
01.12.2020 Article

Videoconferences within the Council of the EU: Culture, media and sport were in focus today Internal link

European Parliament - Strasbourg
Flags outside the European Parliament in Strasbourg: The new deal aims for a smarter, greener and better connected European Union © Nicolas Roses /Abaca
01.12.2020 Press release

New cohesion policy rules: Council of the EU and European Parliament reach provisional political agreement Internal link

Angela Merkel meets European MPs via videoconference
German Chancellor Angela Merkel during the virtual conference of the Parliamentary Committees for Union Affairs of Parliaments of the European Union (COSAC) © Bundesregierung/Steins
30.11.2020 Article

Videoconference with German Chancellor and EU members of parliament: “We still have a lot of hard work to do” Internal link

German Federal Education Minister Anja Karliczek
German Federal Education Minister Anja Karliczek: "We are firmly committed to our European values" © BMBF/Hans-Joachim Rickel
30.11.2020 Press release

Videoconference of EU Education Ministers: Education teaches European values Internal link

Federal Minister for Youth Franziska Giffey: Coronavirus is shaping young people’s course of life
Federal Minister for Youth Franziska Giffey: "Coronavirus is shaping young people’s course of life" © BMFSFJ
30.11.2020 Press release

Videoconference of EU Youth Ministers: Youth encounters in times of the COVID-19 pandemic Internal link

Young folks in a circle looking down
Both of the videoconferences - one for EU ministers of education and the other for EU youth ministers - will focus on the future for European youth © Zoonar.com/Robert Kneschke
30.11.2020 Article

Videoconferences within the Council of the EU: Focus on education and youth today Internal link

Researcher with a microscope
The EU wants to better support and network research © Getty Images
28.11.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Research Ministers: Questions and answers on Horizon Europe Internal link

Federal Minister of Education and Research, Anja Karliczek
Federal Minister of Education and Research, Anja Karliczek, at the press conference following the videoconference of Research Ministers © BMBF/Hans-Joachim Rickel
27.11.2020 Press release

German Research Minister Karliczek: We are going to strengthen and facilitate European research cooperation Internal link

Germany’s Federal Minister for Research and Education, Anja Karliczek
Germany’s Federal Minister for Research and Education, Anja Karliczek, chaired the virtual meeting © BMBF
27.11.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Research Ministers: European Research Area and “Horizon Europe” in focus Internal link

The flags of the United Kingdom and the European Union
Since March, the EU and the UK have continued with regular rounds of negotiations, the difficulties ensuing from the COVID‑19 pandemic notwithstanding © abaca/dpa/picture alliance
25.11.2020 Article

Brexit negotiations: Where are we? What happens next? Internal link

Federal Minister for Family Affairs, Franziska Giffey, presents Germany's COVID-19 assistance programmes at the conference
Federal Minister for Family Affairs, Franziska Giffey, presents Germany's COVID-19 assistance programmes at the conference © Jens Ahner / Eventfotografen
24.11.2020 Article

Online conference: Supporting European families during the COVID-19 pandemic Internal link

Minister of State for Europe at the Federal Foreign Office Michael Roth
Minister of State for Europe at the Federal Foreign Office Michael Roth participated on Tuesday in negotiations on behalf of the German Presidency of the Council of the EU © German Federal Foreign Office
24.11.2020 Press release

Mandatory Transparency Register: Provisional agreement on substantial points Internal link

European Networking Conference on Batteries
In clockwise order: the French delegate Minister of Industry Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Vice-President of the European Commission Maroš Šefčovič, the Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Peter Altmaier and the Italian Minister of Economic Development Stefano Patuanelli © BMWi
24.11.2020 Press release

Europe makes progress on battery cell production: Opening of European Networking Conference on Batteries Internal link

Two participating duos in the Europe talks project
Two participating duos in the "Europe talks" project © Meiko Herrmann / ZEIT ONLINE
23.11.2020 Article

Europe Talks: Europeans discuss current issues Internal link

The High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, chaired the Videoconference of EU Development Ministers
The High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, chaired the Videoconference of EU Development Ministers © European Union
23.11.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Development Ministers: Sustainable Development Goals and gender equality on today’s agenda Internal link

Germany Europe
Germany in the EU: twelve EU Council Presidencies from 1958 to 2007 © Zoonar/DesignIt
22.11.2020 Article

Looking back at Germany's past EU Council Presidencies Internal link

World Children's Day is a special date for the artwork of the German presidency of the Council of the EU
World Children's Day is a special date for the artwork of the German presidency of the Council of the EU - the young generation has a right to be heard © Studio Olafur Eliasson
20.11.2020 Article

Earth Speakr on World Children's Day: Hear the voices of the children of Europe! Internal link

German Federal Minister for Women Franziska Giffey
German Federal Minister for Women Franziska Giffey: "Protection of women from violence needs a European response" © Konstantin Gastmann
20.11.2020 Press release

EU Conference on Gender Equality: Ministers demand Europe-wide helpline number Internal link

German Chancellor Angela Merkel met with the other EU heads of state and government via videoconference 
German Chancellor Angela Merkel met with the other EU heads of state and government via videoconference  © Bundesregierung/Denzel
20.11.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU heads of state and government: “The news in recent days gives us a high degree of confidence” Internal link

Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Peter Altmaier
Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Peter Altmaier: "Defining key principles for the global space economy" © dpa
20.11.2020 Press release

Space Council creates momentum for the future of European space Internal link

German astronaut Alexander Gerst floats above the earth.
German European Space Agency astronaut Alexander Gerst floats above the earth © picture alliance / ESA/dpa
20.11.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU ministers responsible for space: Europe's role in the space economy Internal link

German Defence Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer 
Federal Minister of Defence Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer in the videoconference of EU defence ministers © Bundeswehr
20.11.2020 Press release

Videoconference of EU defence ministers: Threat analysis and Strategic Compass among milestones reached Internal link

EU defence ministers will be briefed on current affairs, particularly the situation in Mali
EU defence ministers will be briefed on current affairs, among them the situation in Mali © dpa
20.11.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU defence ministers: These topics were discussed today Internal link

Peter Altmaier, Minister for Economic Affairs
Germany's Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Peter Altmaier and EU Commissioner for Internal Market Thierry Breton at today's meeting.  © BMWi
19.11.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU ministers responsible for the internal market and industry: “Transition to a green and digital economy” Internal link

German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas at the Videoconference of EU Foreign Ministers
German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas at the Videoconference of EU Foreign Ministers © Thomas Imo/photothek.net
19.11.2020 Article

A packed agenda for the EU Foreign Ministers: US elections, multilateralism and the Middle East Internal link

Videoconference of EU Foreign Ministers
Following the internal exchange between the ministers, a virtual exchange with Palestinian Foreign Minister Riyad al-Maliki was held © European Union
19.11.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Foreign Ministers: This was on the agenda Internal link

A videoconference of the members of the European Economic Area Council was held on 18 November at the initiative of Liechtenstein’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Katrin Eggenberger. Participants included Germany’s Minister of State for Europe Michael Roth.
A videoconference of the members of the European Economic Area Council was held on 18 November at the initiative of Liechtenstein’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Katrin Eggenberger. Participants included Germany’s Minister of State for Europe Michael Roth. © EFTA
18.11.2020 Article

Videoconference of the members of the European Economic Area Council: Joint statement adopted Internal link

Minister of State for Europe Michael Roth delivers his opening statement © Florian Gaertner/photothek.net
17.11.2020 Article

Videoconference of European Affairs Ministers: First country-specific discussion on the rule of law among EU member states Internal link

Doorstep StM Roth
Michael Roth, Minister of State for Europe, will chair the videoconference © Florian Gaertner/photothek.net
17.11.2020 Article

Videoconference of European Affairs Ministers: What was discussed Internal link

Federal Minister Julia Klöckner
Federal Minister of Food and Agriculture, Julia Klöckner: "We need to strike a smart balance between climate change mitigation, biodiversity and economic viability" © BMEL
16.11.2020 Press release

Videoconference of EU Ministers of Agriculture: Council agrees on conclusions for the EU forest strategy Internal link

Bundeslandwirtschaftsministerin Julia Klöckner
Federal Minister for Food and Agriculture Julia Klöckner will chair the virtual meeting of the EU Ministers of Agriculture © dpa
16.11.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Ministers of Agriculture: These topics were on the day's agenda Internal link

The series Looking back, looking ahead explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context
The series "Looking back, looking ahead" explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context  © Federal Foreign Office
16.11.2020 Article

Looking back, looking ahead: SME policy in the EU Internal link

Minister of Economic Affairs and Energy Peter Altmaier
Economic Affairs Minister Altmaier said: "We’re not abandoning small and medium-sized enterprises in these difficult times" © dpa
16.11.2020 Press release

European SME Assembly: Fresh impetus for the future of European SMEs Internal link

What do children and teenager from Europa wish for the future? Under #ListenToTheFuture, the art work of the German Presidency of the EU Council gathers answers
What do children and teenager from Europa wish for the future? Under #ListenToTheFuture, the art work of the German Presidency of the EU Council gathers answers © Studio Olafur Eliasson
16.11.2020 Press release

Earth Speakr on World Children's Day: It is time for the politicians to listen to the young generation! Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
15.11.2020 Article

Tell Me about Europe – “We’re connected by our curiosity about each other” Internal link

BM Seehofer
Federal Minister of the Interior Horst Seehofer: "The people can count on European governments to do everything humanly possible to get this scourge of our time under control once and for all" © European Union
13.11.2020 Press release

EU home affairs ministers agree on measures to fight terrorism Internal link

German Minister of the Interior, Horst Seehofer
German Minister of the Interior, Horst Seehofer, chaired the videoconference on 13 November  © Henning Schacht
13.11.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Home Affairs Ministers: Fight against terrorism and migration policy was on the agenda Internal link

Minister Jens Spahn
German Federal Minister of Health Jens Spahn: "Health data is paramount, for health care in general, but especially to fight cross-border health threats such as the COVID-19 pandemic" © BMG/Frederic Schweizer
11.11.2020 Press release

Virtual High-Level Conference “Digital Health 2020 - EU on the Move”: First steps towards a European Health Union Internal link

Chancellor Angela Merkel greets Zoran Zaev, Prime Minister of North Macedonia and Boyko Borisov, Prime Minister of Bulgaria.
Chancellor Angela Merkel greets Zoran Zaev, Prime Minister of North Macedonia and Boyko Borisov, Prime Minister of Bulgaria © Bundsregierung/Bergmann
11.11.2020 Article

Chancellor Angela Merkel following the Western Balkan Summit: Making progress with reconciliation in the Balkans Internal link

Foreign Minister Heiko Maas
Foreign Minister Heiko Maas: The agreement "is a ray of hope for the economy and society in Europe" © photothek.net
10.11.2020 Press release

Maas on the agreement with the European Parliament on the corona recovery package: A huge step for Europe's economic recovery Internal link

German Chancellor Angela Merkel discussed the fight against terrorism with European partners
German Chancellor Angela Merkel discussed the fight against terrorism with European partners © Bundesregierung/Denzel
10.11.2020 Article

Videoconference on terrorism in Europe: Taking “an uncompromising stance” against terrorism Internal link

Integration of refugee children
The conference participants exchanged ideas about how to create lasting conditions so that migrants have equal opportunities to integrate in the EU member states © dpa-Zentralbild
10.11.2020 Press release

Informal dialogue on integration and social cohesion: “Fundamental to an open society” Internal link

German Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Peter Altmaier with EU Internal Market Commissioner Thierry Breton
German Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Peter Altmaier with EU Internal Market Commissioner Thierry Breton © dpa
10.11.2020 Article

Commissioner Breton and Minister Altmaier open 7th European Cluster Conference: “Together we must act resolutely” Internal link

German Chancellor Angela Merkel
"We Germans and we Europeans know that in the 21st century, we ourselves need to shoulder greater responsibility in this partnership," said Chancellor Angela Merkel © dpa-pool
09.11.2020 Article

Chancellor Merkel congratulates Biden and Harris: “The USA and Germany, as part of the EU, need to stand together” Internal link

Pressestatement Roth zu EU
Today Minister of State for Europe Michael Roth met with his counterparts Gašper Dovžan and Ana Paula Zacarias via videoconference to discuss the most important policy areas of the German Presidency of the Council of the EU, which will also affect Portugal and Slovenia in their respective Council Presidencies © AP/POOL
09.11.2020 Article

Trio works to promote rule of law in the EU: Germany, Portugal and Slovenia coordinate efforts Internal link

The European Union is one of the world’s most strongly export-oriented economies. That makes the common trade policy a top priority for member states.
The European Union is one of the world’s most strongly export oriented economies. That makes the common trade policy a top priority for member states. © blickwinkel
09.11.2020 Article

Strengthening fair and free world trade: Questions and answers about EU trade policy Internal link

The series Looking back, looking ahead explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context
The series "Looking back, looking ahead" explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context  © Federal Foreign Office
09.11.2020 Article

Looking back, looking ahead: The World Trade Organization (WTO) Internal link

EU trade ministers discussed a variety of international trade relationships during their videoconference on 9 November
EU trade ministers discussed a variety of international trade relationships during their videoconference © BMWi/Eriksson
09.11.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Trade Ministers: “We need more, rather than less, trade and open markets” Internal link

CHINA-BEIJING-XI JINPING-GERMANY-EU-MEETING
The leaders of the EU and China met on 14 September, chaired by European Council President Michel and Chinese President Xi - together with Chancellor Merkel, representing Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU, and European Commission President von der Leyen © XinHua
09.11.2020 Article

Seven facts on EU-China relations: Side by side, in opposition, in partnership? Internal link

Berlin Wall East Side Gallery
The memorial East Side Gallery in Berlin's Friedrichshain neighbourhood boasts the longest remaining stretch of the Berlin Wall. Elsewhere around the world, other, shorter remnants still stand © Zoonar.com/Nando Lardi
09.11.2020 Article

Pieces of the Berlin Wall: Symbols of freedom and also a warning Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
07.11.2020 Article

Faces of Europe: A statement on humanity and shared values Internal link

German Defense Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer at the Informal Meeting of EU Defense Ministers in Berlin
German Defense Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer: "We have demonstrated Europe’s ability to act" © dpa
05.11.2020 Press release

Breakthrough for third-state participation in PESCO projects: Agreement achieved after years of negotiations Internal link

Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Heiko Maas
German Minister for Foreign Affairs Heiko Maas: "The rule of law is part of the set of values on which the European project is built" © Janine Schmitz/photothek.net
05.11.2020 Press release

Foreign Minister Heiko Maas: Strengthening the rule of law in the EU significantly Internal link

Meeting ECOFIN Statement Olaf Scholz
The videoconference was chaired by German Minister of Finance Olaf Scholz within the framework of the German Presidency of the Council of the EU © BMF/Photothek
05.11.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Economics and Finance Ministers: A look back at the meeting Internal link

ECOFIN Statement Olaf Scholz
Olaf Scholz, Germany's Minister of Finance, chaired the videoconference © BMF/Photothek
04.11.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Economics and Finance Ministers: Anti-money laundering action plan on the agenda Internal link

Foreign Minister Heiko Maas
Foreign Minister Heiko Maas: "We need a strong civil society that teaches children and teenagers by example what it means to show civic courage and stand up for Jews" © AFP-Pool
04.11.2020 Speech

Message from Foreign Minister Maas for the members’ meeting of the European Network – Countering Antisemitism through Education Internal link

German Justice Minister Christine Lambrecht
German Justice Minister Christine Lambrecht during a videoconference of EU justice ministers © POOL AP
04.11.2020 Press release

Digital Europe: EU Council adopts new rules to modernise judicial cooperation Internal link

Young people
The revised Youth Guarantee is meant to promote youth employment within the EU, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic © iStock
02.11.2020 Press release

Labour Minister Heil: Strengthening the Youth Guarantee sends an important message to young people all over Europe Internal link

Understanding Europe in 100 seconds
With 27 member states and almost half a billion citizens, we are the second largest economic power in the world and a global player in many fields. © Bundesregierung
02.11.2020 Article

Understanding Europe in 100 seconds: “Stronger together” Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
01.11.2020 Article

The “Disappearing Wall” live: Voices from Segovia, Thessaloniki and Brussels Internal link

German Minister of Health Jens Spahn speaks at Bundespressekonferenz
German Minister of Health Jens Spahn chaired the videoconference with his EU counterparts © BMG/Thomas Ecke
30.10.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Health Ministers: “The EU is ready to take a leading role” Internal link

The series Looking back, looking ahead explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context
The series "Looking back, looking ahead" explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context  © Federal Foreign Office
30.10.2020 Article

Looking back, looking ahead: The World Health Organisation (WHO) Internal link

Strengthening the WHO
The WHO will resume its 73rd World Health Assembly (WHA) via videoconference between 9 and 14 November, bringing together delegations from all 194 member states © BMG
30.10.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Health Ministers: These topics were on the agenda Internal link

German Chancellor Angela Merkel
German Chancellor Angela Merkel during the videoconference of EU heads of state and government © European Union
30.10.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Heads of State and Government: Fighting the pandemic together Internal link

German Chancellor Angela Merkel
German Chancellor Angela Merkel at the videoconference with members of the European Council © European Union
29.10.2020 Press release

Videoconference of members of the European Council on COVID-19: Coordinated European approach of great importance Internal link

From Passau to Berlin: Informal Meeting of EU Transport Ministers
From Passau to Berlin: the Informal Meeting of EU Transport Ministers could not take place in Passau as planned due to the restrictions imposed by COVID-19 © Unsplash/Pixabay
29.10.2020 Article

Virtual Informal Meeting of EU transport ministers: Passau Declaration lays the groundwork for digital mobility in Europe Internal link

The series Looking back, looking ahead explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context
The series "Looking back, looking ahead" explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context  © Federal Foreign Office
29.10.2020 Article

Looking back, looking ahead: The EU’s common transport policy Internal link

29.10.2020 Article

Virtual Informal Meeting of EU transport Ministers: Bringing together sustainability, mobility and digitalisation Internal link

The series 3 Questions, 3 Answers answers your questions about important topics of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU
The series "3 Questions, 3 Answers" answers your questions about important topics of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU © Auswärtiges Amt
29.10.2020 Article

What you want to know: Transport policy Internal link

German Transport Minister Andreas Scheuer
German Transport Minister Andreas Scheuer chaired the virtual meeting on "Harnessing the digital revolution to make the mobility of the future" © BMVI
29.10.2020 Article

Virtual Informal Meeting of EU transport ministers: “Harnessing the digital revolution to make the mobility of the future” Internal link

German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas
German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas: "The crisis made it clear that we are one European family" © dpa
28.10.2020 Speech

Speech by Foreign Minister Maas at the Conference “Young People, Migration and the Demographic Challenge in the Western Balkans” Internal link

Windmill park turbines, red tulip flower field in the Netherlands, wind mill with flowers green energy
The online event “Green Recovery – Emerging stronger from the crisis” consisted of a mid-term review of economic and climate policy initiatives during Germany’s Council Presidency © Zoonar.com/Fokke Baarssen
26.10.2020 Article

Climate policy and COVID-19 during Germany’s Council Presidency: Advancing a green recovery Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
25.10.2020 Article

Hotel Beethoven: Come on a musical journey Internal link

Environment Minister Svenja Schulze
Environment Minister Svenja Schulze at the presse conference after the Environment Council in Luxembourg: Agreement on a partial general approach on the proposed European climate law reached © European Union
24.10.2020 Press release

Environment Council in Luxembourg: Important milestone for a European climate law Internal link

Autumn forest with street from the bird's eye view
Important forest habitat: EU environment ministers advocate the protection of biological diversity © Hakan Burak Altunoz/Anadolu Agency
24.10.2020 Press release

Environment Council in Luxembourg: Conclusions on the EU biodiversity strategy for 2030 adopted Internal link

The series Looking back, looking ahead explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context
The series "Looking back, looking ahead" explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context  © Federal Foreign Office
24.10.2020 Article

Looking back, looking ahead: Digital policy in the EU Internal link

Europe made up of zeros and ones
From increasing digital sovereignty to fighting cybercrime: Germany's Council Presidency has very specific goals for the digital sector © mauritius images/Pitopia
24.10.2020 Article

Independent, inclusive and innovative: Four goals of the German Presidency for the digital sector Internal link

The series Looking back, looking ahead explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context
The series "Looking back, looking ahead" explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context  © Federal Foreign Office
23.10.2020 Article

Looking back, looking ahead: Europe’s single market Internal link

The series 3 Questions, 3 Answers answers your questions about important topics of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU
The series "3 Questions, 3 Answers" answers your questions about important topics of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU © Auswärtiges Amt
23.10.2020 Article

What you want to know: Competitiveness in the European Union Internal link

German Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Peter Altmaier
German Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Peter Altmaier chaired the informal videoconference © dpa
23.10.2020 Article

Informal Videoconference of EU Ministers for Competitiveness: “We must set the course for the future” Internal link

German Environment Minister Svenja Schulze
On behalf of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU, Environment Minister Svenja SchulzE chaired the meeting © dpa Pool
23.10.2020 Article

Environment Council in Luxembourg: These topics were on the agenda Internal link

EU home affairs ministers on the future of Europol
The EU home affairs ministers agree that the future development of Europol must be guided first and foremost by the needs of the law enforcement authorities of member states. © BMI/Henning Schacht
22.10.2020 Press release

EU home affairs ministers agree on 10-point plan on the future of Europol Internal link

Defence Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer
German Defence Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer at the Informal Meeting of EU Defence Ministers in Berlin on 26 August - the last time that "the Trio" had met physically © Bundeswehr
22.10.2020 Press release

Trio-Presidency: “We stress the importance of making tangible progress in the field of European defence” Internal link

Cows grazing on grass
Reforms to the CAP aim to make European agriculture more sustainable © Ronny Hartmann
21.10.2020 Article

From eco-schemes to national strategies: Changes resulting from reforms to the EU's Common Agricultural Policy Internal link

German Agriculture Minister Julia Klöckner at the press conference following the Agriculture Council in Luxembourg with EU Commissioner for Agriculture Janusz Wojciechowski
German Minister of Agriculture Julia Klöckner at a press conference with European Commissioner for Agriculture Janusz Wojciechowski following the Agriculture and Fisheries Council in Luxembourg © BMEL/Photothek/Xander Heinl
21.10.2020 Press release

German Minister of Agriculture Klöckner: Agreement represents a change of system in European agricultural policy Internal link

Federal Minister for Food and Agriculture Julia Klöckner
Federal Minister for Food and Agriculture Julia Klöckner chaired the Council meeting of EU agriculture ministers © European Union
21.10.2020 Article

Agriculture and Fisheries Council: Three important results from the meeting in Luxembourg Internal link

Advancing the European Research Area: German Minister of Education Anja Karliczek (second from left) with EU research ministers at the conference in Bonn
Advancing the European Research Area: German Research Minister Anja Karliczek (second from right) with her EU counterparts at the conference in Bonn © BMBF
20.10.2020 Press release

German Research Minister Karliczek: European Research Area must guarantee the freedom of research Internal link

Combine harvester harvesting
The Common Agricultural Policy makes farming in Europe more sustainable and more environmentally sound while providing a stable and reliable framework © imago images/Arnulf Hettrich
20.10.2020 Article

Background on the Agriculture and Fisheries Council: 10 interesting facts about the Common Agricultural Policy Internal link

A fishing boat on the Baltic Sea
A fishing boat on the Baltic Sea. The European Commission, the European Parliament, and the Council have agreed to promote the final retirement of fishing vessels in the Baltic sea as part of Germany's Council Presidency © Ina/stock.adobe.com
20.10.2020 Press release

EU fisheries ministers adopt 2021 fishing quotas for the Baltic Sea Internal link

EU Council of Agriculture Ministers in Luxembourg
EU agriculture ministers adopted Council conclusions on the Farm to Fork Strategy © BMEL/Photothek/Xander Heinl
19.10.2020 Press release

Minister of Agriculture Klöckner: Europe confirms its commitment to a sustainable and economically viable agri-food industry Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
18.10.2020 Article

Creativity and design during Germany's Council Presidency: Sustainable furniture, made in Germany Internal link

Chancellor Angela Merkel after the European Council meeting in Brussels
Chancellor Angela Merkel after the European Council meeting in Brussels © picture alliance/AP Photo
16.10.2020 Article

European Council meeting in Brussels: An agreement would be in the best interests of both sides Internal link

German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas heading to Paris.
German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas heading to Paris © Thomas Trutschel
15.10.2020 Article

Foreign Minister Maas in Paris: A day dedicated to the Weimar Triangle Internal link

The series 3 Questions, 3 Answers answers your questions about important topics of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU
The series "3 Questions, 3 Answers" answers your questions about important topics of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU © Auswärtiges Amt
15.10.2020 Article

What you want to know: Digital policy in the European Union Internal link

German Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Peter Altmaier
The informal meeting will be chaired by German Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Peter Altmaier © BMWi
15.10.2020 Article

Informal Videoconference of Telecommunications and Digital Policy Ministers: Digitalisiation on the agenda Internal link

Minister of State Dorothee Bär, Federal Government Commissioner for Digitalisation
Minister of State Dorothee Bär, Federal Government Commissioner for Digitalisation © imago images/Jürgen Heinrich
15.10.2020 Article

Interview with Minister of State Dorothee Bär: “We will shape digital transformation on our own terms” Internal link

German Chancellor Angela Merkel at a desk in the German Federal Chancellery during a videoconference of the Tripartite Social Summit
Germany would "use all the means at our disposal to combat the pandemic and its consequences," German Chancellor Angela Merkel promised the European social partners. © Bundesregierung/Denzel
14.10.2020 Article

Tripartite Social Summit: We can only master the crisis together Internal link

Maroš Šefčovič, Michael Roth and Didier Reynders
Maroš Šefčovič, Vice-President of the European Commission and Commissioner for Interinstitutional Relations, Michael Roth, Minister of State at the Federal Foreign Office and Didier Reynders, Commissioner for Justice, at the press conference after the meeting © European Union
14.10.2020 Press release

COVID-19: Council adopts recommendation to coordinate measures affecting free movement Internal link

EU employment and social policy ministers discussed employee participation and gender equality under the German Presidency 
EU employment and social policy ministers discuss employee participation and gender equality under the German Presidency  © BMAS / J. Oellermann
13.10.2020 Article

German Labour Minister Heil and German Minister for Women Giffey: “We want a social and equitable Europe for all” Internal link

Minister of State for Europe Michael Roth
Michael Roth, Minister of State for Europe at the German Federal Foreign Office, chaired the General Affairs Council © European Union
13.10.2020 Article

General Affairs Council: Coordination of the EU's coronavirus measures Internal link

German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas travels to Cyprus and Greece
German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas travels to Cyprus and Greece © Thomas Imo/photothek.net
13.10.2020 Article

Maas in Nicosia and Athens: Solidarity and efforts to continue the dialogue Internal link

German Federal Chancellor Angela Merkel
Federal Chancellor Angela Merkel: "Crisis management is a herculean task that we can accomplish all the better if we in Europe all pull in the same direction" © Bundesregierung/Denzel
13.10.2020 Speech

Speech by Chancellor Angela Merkel on Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU to the European Committee of the Regions Internal link

German Chancellor Angela Merkel speaking to the Committee of the Regions: We need close European cooperation in order to overcome major challenges.
German Chancellor Angela Merkel speaking to the Committee of the Regions: "We need close European cooperation in order to overcome major challenges" © Bundesregierung/Kugler
13.10.2020 Article

Chancellor Merkel at the European Committee of the Regions: Pulling together in Europe Internal link

Michael Roth
Michael Roth, Minister of State for Europe at the German Federal Foreign Office, will chair the meeting © European Union
13.10.2020 Article

General Affairs Council: These topics were on the agenda Internal link

German Minister of Labour Hubertus Heil and German Minister for Family Affairs Franziska Giffey
German Minister of Labour Hubertus Heil and German Minister for Family Affairs Franziska Giffey will chair the virtual meeting  © POOL AP
13.10.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU ministers of employment and social policy: These were the topics of the virtual meeting Internal link

The meeting room in Luxembourg
The meeting room in Luxembourg © European Union
12.10.2020 Article

Foreign Affairs Council in Luxembourg: These topics were on the agenda Internal link

Foreign Minister Maas at the Foreign Affairs Council in Luxembourg
Foreign Minister Maas at the Foreign Affairs Council in Luxembourg © Janine Schmitz/photothek.net
12.10.2020 Article

Foreign Minister Maas at the EU Foreign Affairs Council in Luxembourg: Focus on Russia and Belarus Internal link

: Justitia, symbol of law and justice
A statue of Justitia, the Roman goddess of justice and law © dpa-Zentralbild
11.10.2020 Article

Germany: Working to promote the rule of law in Europe Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
10.10.2020 Article

Europe's Kitchen: “Practice more European sensuality!” Internal link

Solidarity Fund Beirut
Humanitarian assistance also means working to help humanity and includes the preservation of cultural infrastructure © Carmen Yahchouchi
09.10.2020 Article

Help for Beirut – two months after the explosion Internal link

Federal Minister of Justice and Consumer Protection Christine Lambrecht at a lectern.
Among other topics, Germany's Federal Minister of Justice and Consumer Protection Christine Lambrecht will discuss the digitalisation of EU justice systems with her European counterparts © Bundesregierung
09.10.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU ministers of justice: Digitalisation and fundamental civil rights in focus Internal link

Foreign Minister Maas, wearing a face mask, boarding the plane
Foreign Minister Maas is travelling to Bratislava © Felix Zahn/photothek.net
08.10.2020 Article

Maas in Bratislava: Strengthening dialogue with the Visegrad countries, Greece and Turkey Internal link

European Commission in Brussels
European migration and asylum policy is being reoriented and modernized. The most important questions will be answered here. © dpa
08.10.2020 Article

From its legal nature to its implementation: FAQs on the new European Migration and Asylum Package Internal link

Federal Minister of the Interior Horst Seehofer
Germany's Federal Minister of the Interior Horst Seehofer consulted with his EU counterparts on the European Commission's proposal for new pact on migration and asylum, among other topics © dpa
08.10.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU ministers of home affairs: Migration and security were on the agenda Internal link

German Federal Transport Minister Andreas Scheuer will chair the informal exchange between EU transport ministers
German Federal Transport Minister Andreas Scheuer will chair the informal exchange between EU transport ministers © BMVi
08.10.2020 Article

Informal exchange of EU transport ministers on the European freight sector Internal link

Co-moderator Katharina Kirschbaum, German Development Minister Gerd Müller, German Labour Minister Hubertus Heil and moderator Tanja Samrotzki (from left to right) engaged with digitally connected guests from all over Europe.
Co-moderator Katharina Kirschbaum, German Development Minister Gerd Müller, German Labour Minister Hubertus Heil and moderator Tanja Samrotzki (from left to right) engaged with digitally connected guests from all over Europe © BMAS/J. Konrad Schmidt
07.10.2020 Article

Virtual conference of the Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs: “Global Supply Chains – Global Responsibility” Internal link

Minister Franziska Giffey talking with young people at the EU Youth Conference
At the conclusion of the EU Youth Conference, Family Affairs Minister Franziska Giffey talked with young people about the issues that concern them © eventfotografen.berlin/Jens Ahner
06.10.2020 Article

EU Youth Conference: Young people want to have a say Internal link

Transparency Register negotiations
Commission Vice-President for Values and Transparency Věra Jourová (left), European Parliament negotiator Katarina Barley and Minister of State for Europe Michael Roth for Germany's EU Council Presidency welcomed the progress made in the negotiations © EP 2020
06.10.2020 Press release

Mandatory Transparency Register: Promising progress in the negotiations Internal link

The series 3 Questions, 3 Answers answers your questions about important topics of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU
The series "3 Questions, 3 Answers" answers your questions about important topics of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU © Auswärtiges Amt
06.10.2020 Article

What you want to know: Energy policy in the European Union Internal link

Peter Altmaier, Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy
The aim of the online conference, chaired by Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Peter Altmaier, was to discuss current issues of European energy policy © BMWi
06.10.2020 Article

Informal Videoconference of EU Energy Ministers: “Promote and reconcile both climate action and economic development” Internal link

German Minister of Finance Olaf Scholz
German Minister of Finance Olaf Scholz chaired the meeting © Felix Zahn/photothek.net
06.10.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU Ministers for Economic and Financial Affairs: These topics were on today's agenda Internal link

A hydrogen filling station
A hydrogen filling station: An energy source with potential © dpa
05.10.2020 Press release

Economic Affairs Minister Altmaier about today's Hydrogen Conference: “Green hydrogen is the energy source of the future” Internal link

Graphic city scenes
In our series “Citytour”, we introduce the cities, towns and regions where the informal meetings are taking place © Auswärtiges Amt
05.10.2020 Article

Citytour through green Berlin: Europe happens here Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
04.10.2020 Article

Europe-wide cultural programme: Faces of Europe at the Festival of Lights in Berlin Internal link

German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas
German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas: "We now champion Europe’s unity just as passionately as we did German unity 30 years ago" © Janine Schmitz/photothek.net
03.10.2020 Article

Foreign Minister Heiko Maas on the 30th anniversary of German reunification: “What belongs together, grows together” Internal link

Foreign correspondents share their views
Clockwise: Journalists Tonia Mastrobuoni, Rosalia Romaniec, Polona Fijavž and Pascal Thibaut © Screenshot/Bundesregierung
03.10.2020 Article

Perspectives on 30 years of German unity: Foreign correspondents share their views Internal link

On Thursday and Friday, members of the European Council will meet the President of the European Parliament in Brussels.
On Thursday and Friday, members of the European Council will meet the President of the European Parliament in Brussels. © Bundesregierung/Bergmann
02.10.2020 Article

European Council meeting in Brussels: “We want to see digital sovereignty in the EU” Internal link

Chancellor Angela Merkel and President Emmanuel Macron: A packed agenda at the Special European Council meeting in Bruxelles
Chancellor Angela Merkel and President Emmanuel Macron at the Special European Council meeting in Brussels © Bundesregierung/Seins
02.10.2020 Article

Special European Council in Brussels: Agreement on Belarus sanctions Internal link

GAIA-X should support the development of a digital ecosystem in Europe which advances innovations, new data-driven services and applications.
GAIA-X should support the development of a digital ecosystem in Europe which advances innovations, new data-driven services and applications. © Getty Images/Yuichiro Chino
02.10.2020 Article

Frequently asked questions about the GAIA-X project: Common digital infrastructure for Europe Internal link

German Health Minister Jens Spahn will host the Informal Exchange online
The aim of the online conference, chaired by German Health Minister Jens Spahn, was to hold initial talks about the European Union’s position on potential reforms to the World Health Organisation (WHO) © dpa
02.10.2020 Article

Informal Exchange of EU Health Ministers: These topics were on the agenda Internal link

German Environment Minister Svenja Schulze
German Environment Minister Svenja Schulze on the EU's new climate goal: "A common understanding is developing" © BMU
01.10.2020 Press release

Informal Meeting of EU Environment Ministers: Important step on the road to a climate-neutral EU Internal link

German Presidency of the EU-Council
By assuming the Presidency, Germany has taken on the role of “honest broker” and will seek to find compromises and solutions among the Member states in the Council © BMBF
30.09.2020 Article

A half-time round-up of Germany's EU Council Presidency in pictures Internal link

Chancellor Angela Merkel at the European Council meeting in Brussels in July: at 91 hours and 20 minutes it was the second longest European Council meeting in history
Chancellor Angela Merkel at the European Council meeting in Brussels in July: at 91 hours and 20 minutes it was the second longest European Council meeting in history © Bundesregierung/Bergmann
30.09.2020 Article

Half-time report: Germany's Presidency of the Council of the European Union in figures Internal link

Svenja Schulze
German Environment Minister Svenja Schulze will exchange views with European colleagues in Berlin on the link between biodiversity loss and the coronavirus pandemic, as well as EU climate targets © BMU
30.09.2020 Article

Informal Meeting of Environment and Climate Ministers: Biodiversity and EU climate targets on the agenda Internal link

The series 3 Questions, 3 Answers answers your questions about important topics of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU
The series "3 Questions, 3 Answers" answers your questions about important topics of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU © Auswärtiges Amt
29.09.2020 Article

What you want to know: Climate and environmental protection in the European Union Internal link

German Interior Minister Horst Seehofer presenting the roadmap for further negotiations on European migration policy 
German Interior Minister Horst Seehofer presenting the roadmap for further negotiations on European migration policy  © Henning Schacht
29.09.2020 Article

German Minister of the Interior Horst Seehofer: “A gigantic task” Internal link

German Minister for Education and Research Anja Karliczek at the meeting in Brussels
German Minister for Education and Research Anja Karliczek at the meeting in Brussels © European Union
29.09.2020 Press release

German Research Minister Karliczek: EU member states reach agreement on Horizon Europe Internal link

German Minister of Education and Research Anja Karliczek
German Minister of Education and Research Anja Karliczek discussed Horizon Europe regulation with EU ministers responsible for research and innovation in Brussels © European Union
29.09.2020 Article

Meeting of the Competitiveness Council in Brussels: Research and innovation on the agenda Internal link

Peter Altmaier, Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy
Peter Altmaier, Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy, hosted the high-level conference on the future of European cohesion and structural policy © dpa
29.09.2020 Press release

Conference on the future of European cohesion and structural policy: “We need a strong Europe in order to emerge from this crisis” Internal link

Kabinettssitzung
As the European Sustainable Finance Summit got underway, German Finance Minister Olaf Scholz and Environment Minister Svenja Schulze called on European companies to invest more in sustainable economic activities. © POOL Reuters
29.09.2020 Press release

European Sustainable Finance Summit: German government calls on European companies to make sustainable investments Internal link

German Development Minister Gerd Mueller was one of the hosts of the meeting
German Development Minister Gerd Müller discussed with his EU counterparts on Tuesday via videoconference © Anadolu Agency
29.09.2020 Article

Informal Videoconference of EU Development Ministers: These topics were discussed Internal link

Olaf Scholz, Germany’s Federal Minister of Finance and Vice Chancellor
Olaf Scholz, Germany’s Federal Minister of Finance and Vice Chancellor: "Millions of workers across the EU will benefit from this instrument." © BMF/photothek
28.09.2020 Press release

COVID-19: Council approves 87.4 billion euro in financial support for member states under SURE Internal link

Every year the Council of Europe celebrates Europe's rich linguistic diversity
Rakastan sinua, je t'aime, ti amo - "I love you" in Finnish, French and Italian. Every year the Council of Europe celebrates Europe's rich linguistic diversity © Getty Images/EyeEm Premium
26.09.2020 Article

European Day of Languages: 10 things you never knew about European languages Internal link

German Minister of the Interior Horst Seehofer
"Migration policy will decide the fate of Europe," said German Minister of the Interior Horst Seehofer. Reforming European migration and asylum policy is one of the top priorities of Germany’s Presidency of the Council of the EU in 2020. © Henning Schacht/BMI
23.09.2020 Press release

German Minister of the Interior on Commission's Pact on Migration and Asylum: “Good basis for discussions with member states” Internal link

The European District in Brussels
The European District in Brussels © Florian Gaertner/photothek.net
22.09.2020 Article

General Affairs Council: These topics were on Tuesday’s agenda Internal link

EU High Representative Josep Borrell and German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas
EU High Representative Josep Borrell and German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas © Florian Gaertner/photothek.net
21.09.2020 Article

Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels: These issues were on the agenda Internal link

German Minister for Foreign Affairs Heiko Maas stands in a room decorated with EU flags in Brussels - several microphones are pointed at him.
German Minister for Foreign Affairs Heiko Maas in Brussels © Florian Gaertner/photothek.net
21.09.2020 Article

German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas at the Foreign Affairs Council: We have to consider EU sanctions against Lukashenko personally Internal link

The series 3 Questions, 3 Answers answers your questions about important topics of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU
The series "3 Questions, 3 Answers" answers your questions about important topics of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU © Auswärtiges Amt
21.09.2020 Article

What you want to know: Trade in the European Union Internal link

Roundtable at the Informal Meeting of Trade Ministers in Berlin
During the informal meeting, German Minister of Economic Affairs Peter Altmaier discussed current issues of EU trade policy with his European counterparts © BMWi
21.09.2020 Article

Informal Meeting of EU Trade Ministers in Berlin: “Open markets and free trade are the driving forces” Internal link

Federal Minister of Food and Agriculture Julia Klöckner met her European colleagues at the Agriculture and Fisheries Council in Brussels today
Federal Minister of Food and Agriculture Julia Klöckner met her European colleagues at the Agriculture and Fisheries Council in Brussels today © European Union
21.09.2020 Article

Agriculture and Fisheries Council: These topics were discussed Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
20.09.2020 Article

Visiting the Foreign Office: Children tell politicians what they should do to safeguard Europe’s future Internal link

German Minister of Economic Affairs Peter Altmaier
German Minister for Economic Affairs Altmaier discussed with his EU counterparts how to deepen the EU’s Single Market to kickstart a strong recovery in Europe © BMWi
18.09.2020 Article

Minister for Economic Affairs Altmaier: Functioning and forward-looking internal market essential for Europe’s economic base Internal link

Team CoE-Team
The CoE team (from left to right): Markus Woelke, Hanneke Brouwer, Benjamin Tallis, Foreign Minister Heiko Maas, Volker Jacoby, Taina Järvinen, Daniela Dietmayr, Estela López-Hermoso © Florian Gärtner / Photothek
17.09.2020 Press release

Opening of the European Centre of Excellence for Civilian Crisis Management (CoE) in Berlin: “We want to pool our know-how” Internal link

Graphic city scenes
In our series “Citytour”, we introduce the cities, towns and regions where the informal meetings are taking place © Auswärtiges Amt
18.09.2020 Article

Citytour in Osnabrück: Europe happens here Internal link

German Education Minister Anja Karliczek with European Commissioner for Jobs and Social Rights Nicolas Schmit on the second day of the Informal Meeting of EU Education Ministers in Osnabrück
German Education Minister Anja Karliczek with European Commissioner for Jobs and Social Rights Nicolas Schmit on the second day of the Informal Meeting of EU Education Ministers in Osnabrück © BMBF
17.09.2020 Press release

Education Minister Anja Karliczek: Making vocational education and training in Europe attractive and fit for the future Internal link

During its Presidency of the Council of the European Union, Germany aims to strengthen cooperation in vocational training. 
During its Presidency of the Council of the EU, Germany aims to strengthen cooperation in vocational training © Bundesregierung
17.09.2020 Article

From vocational training to the pandemic: Questions and answers on the Informal Meeting of EU Education Ministers Internal link

German Minister of Education Anja Karliczek
German Minister of Education Anja Karliczek will receive her European counterparts in Osnabrück for an informal meeting from 16 to 17 September © BMBF
16.09.2020 Article

Informal Meeting of Education Ministers in Osnabrück: A new impetus for vocational education and training in Europe Internal link

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will deliver today her State of the Union address following her first year in office
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will deliver today her State of the Union address following her first year in office © picture alliance/EU
16.09.2020 Article

President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen delivers State of the Union address Internal link

Our Social Europe - Strong Together online conference of the Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs
The conference was the central event on the social dimension of Europe during Germany's Presidency of the Council of the European Union © BMAS
16.09.2020 Press release

Online conference of the Federal Ministry of Labour: Social justice in action within as well as between member states Internal link

Chancellor Angela Merkel at the press conference
German Chancellor Angela Merkel at the press conference with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Charles Michel. One key issue discussed with China was climate action. © Bundesregierung/Steins
14.09.2020 Article

EU-China videoconference: An open dialogue with China Internal link

EU-China Summit
Today’s meeting will build upon the 22nd summit between EU and Chinese leaders on 22 June, which also took place virtually © AA
14.09.2020 Article

EU-China Summit: These topics are on the agenda Internal link

Petra Sigmund is Director General for Asia and the Pacific at the Federal Foreign Office
Petra Sigmund is Director General for Asia and the Pacific at the Federal Foreign Office © AA
14.09.2020 Article

Interview with leading diplomat at the Federal Foreign Office: “The partnership with China is indispensable” Internal link

Child and Picture of earth laughing
Earth Speakr: Talking about the future of the planet © Olafur Eliasson
14.09.2020 Press release

Earth Speakr: German Embassies and Goethe-Institus invite Kids to share Views about the Future of Europe Internal link

EU ministers of culture meet in Berlin
Minister of State Monika Grütters (first row, middle) with her European counterparts on the steps of the Federal Chancellery © BKM / Guido Bergmann
14.09.2020 Article

Meeting of EU Ministers of Culture in Berlin: “A clear message of solidarity” Internal link

Illustration with young people collecting plastic by a river
In 2020, the Europe-wide aim of the plastic pirates is to "capture" waste along riverbanks and in the immediate surroundings of bodies of water © BMBF
13.09.2020 Article

Plastic Pirates in Europe: Working together for cleaner rivers and lakes Internal link

Antonov 124 cargo plane
The current relief operation expresses EU member states’ solidarity with the people of Lebanon © German Federal Foreign Office
12.09.2020 Article

Concrete help from “Team Europe”: Supporting Beirut after the catastrophic explosion Internal link

German Minister of Finance Olaf Scholz
On 11 and 12 September in Berlin, German Minister of Finance Olaf Scholz discussed Europe's economic recovery and own resources for the EU budget with EU ministers for financial and economic affairs © BMF/Xander Heinl
12.09.2020 Article

For a sovereign Europe post-coronavirus: Informal Meeting of EU Ministers for Economic and Financial Affairs (ECOFIN) Internal link

The series Looking back, looking ahead explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context
The series "Looking back, looking ahead" explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context  © Federal Foreign Office
11.09.2020 Article

Looking back, looking ahead: The euro Internal link

Chancellor Angela Merkel
German Chancellor Angela Merkel spoke in Berlin on the situation in Moria © Bundesregierung/Bergmann
11.09.2020 Article

German Chancellor Merkel on the situation in Moria: “Things need to change” Internal link

The Federal Ministry of the Interior, Building and Community
The Federal Ministry of the Interior, Building and Community and the Federal Governement Commissioner for Jewish Life in Germany and the Fight against Anti-Semitism are jointly organising the EU conference "Together against Anti-Semitism in Europe" © Henning Schacht / BMI
10.09.2020 Press release

EU Conference of the Federal Ministry of the Interior: New momentum to European efforts in the fight against antisemitism Internal link

An illustration showing a symbols of various cities and Europeans revolving in a circle.
How can we strengthen cohesion in Europe? The Goethe-Institut's series of talks invites Europeans in 13 countries to take part in an intergenerational dialogue on the future of the continent © Groupe Dejour
09.09.2020 Article

Cultural programme: Tell Me About Europe project starts today in Prague Internal link

Federal Minister of Justice Christine Lambrecht
Federal Minister of Justice Christine Lambrecht welcomes high-ranking experts from business, research and society at today's Online Conference on Data Economy, AI and Intellectual Property © dpa
08.09.2020 Article

Online Conference of the Federal Ministry of Justice: Data Economy, AI and Intellectual Property Internal link

German Minister for Economic Affairs Peter Altmaier with Margrethe Vestager, Executive Vice-President of the European Commission, at the European Competition Day in Berlin
German Minister for Economic Affairs Peter Altmaier with Margrethe Vestager, Executive Vice-President of the European Commission, at the European Competition Day in Berlin © BMWi/Eriksson
07.09.2020 Press release

European Competition Day: Federal Minister Altmaier presents ambitious agenda on COVID-19, digitisation and systemic competition Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
06.09.2020 Article

Discover Europe: Foreign Minister Maas presents the game Pathways Internal link

Federal Minister of Health Jens Spahn. The videoconference will build on the discussions at the Informal Meeting of EU Health Ministers on 16 July 2020
Federal Minister of Health Jens Spahn. The videoconference built on the discussions at the Informal Meeting of EU Health Ministers on 16 July 2020 © BMG
04.09.2020 Article

Videoconference of EU health ministers on further action to combat the COVID-19 pandemic Internal link

A visit to the Chancellery: German Chancellor Angela Merkel with Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Löfven in Berlin
A visit to the Chancellery: German Chancellor Angela Merkel with Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Löfven in Berlin © AP-Pool
03.09.2020 Article

Chancellor Merkel welcomes Swedish Prime Minister Löfven Internal link

Graphic city scenes
In our series “Citytour”, we introduce the cities, towns and regions where the informal meetings are taking place © Auswärtiges Amt
03.09.2020 Article

Citytour in Koblenz: Europe happens here Internal link

The series 3 Questions, 3 Answers answers your questions about important topics of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU
The series "3 Questions, 3 Answers" answers your questions about important topics of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU © Auswärtiges Amt
02.09.2020 Article

What you want to know: Agriculture in the European Union Internal link

A picture of the EU agriculture ministers who were invited to an informal meeting in Koblenz by Minister Julia Klöckner.
EU agriculture ministers met for an informal meeting in Koblenz, at the invitation of Minister Julia Klöckner. The Minister's initiative for an EU-wide animal welfare label met with broad support © BMEL/photothek
01.09.2020 Press release

Informal Meeting of EU Agriculture Ministers in Koblenz: Support for European animal welfare label Internal link

The series Looking back, looking ahead explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context
The series "Looking back, looking ahead" explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context  © Federal Foreign Office
01.09.2020 Article

Looking back, looking ahead: The EU’s Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Internal link

Federal Minister Agriculture Julia Klöckner gestures under a EU2020 logo.
Federal Minister of Agriculture Julia Klöckner met with EU ministers of agriculture in Koblenz.  © BMEL/Xander Heinl/Photothek
31.08.2020 Article

Informal Meeting of EU Agriculture Ministers: European agricultural and food policy were on the agenda Internal link

At the invitation of his French counterpart, Jean-Yves Le Drian, German Foreign Affairs Minister Heiko Maas spoke at the Ambassadors Conference of the French Republic in Paris. 
At the invitation of his French counterpart, Jean-Yves Le Drian, German Foreign Affairs Minister Heiko Maas spoke at the Ambassadors Conference of the French Republic in Paris.  © dpa
31.08.2020 Speech

Maas's speech at the Ambassadors Conference of the French Republic: “EU has shown itself and the world the meaning of solidarity” Internal link

Gymnich Meeting
German Foreign Affairs Minister Heiko Maas and High Representative of the European Union, Josep Borrell, in Berlin today for the Gymnich meeting © Auswärtiges Amt/photothek
28.08.2020 Article

Strong together: Maas and Borrell take stock after the meeting of EU foreign ministers in Berlin Internal link

black and white portrait of Olafur Eliasson
Danish-Icelandic conceptual artist Olafur Eliasson created an interactive artwork with children all across Europe for Germany's Presidency © Brigitte Lacombe
28.08.2020 Article

A conversation with Olafur Eliasson about Earth Speakr: “An opportunity for a shared experience across borders” Internal link

Familiy photo of the Gymnich meeting in Berlin
Familiy photo of the Gymnich meeting in Berlin © Auswärtiges Amt/photothek.net
27.08.2020 Article

Informal Meeting of EU Foreign Ministers in Berlin: These topics are on the agenda Internal link

Castle Gymnich seen from the park
Castle Gymnich in Erftstadt near Bonn. This is where European foreign ministers met informally in 1974 © picture alliance/dpa/Roland Scheidemann
27.08.2020 Article

Explaining the EU: What is a Gymnich meeting? Internal link

Informal meeting of the EU defence ministers
After six months, they meet in person again: The defence ministers of the European Union © Bundeswehr
26.08.2020 Press release

Informal Meeting of EU Defence Ministers in Berlin: “European solidarity gives us strength” Internal link

Due to the pandemic-related restrictions of recent months, it was the first time that EU defence ministers had come together in person again for an informal meeting in Berlin.
Due to the pandemic-related restrictions of recent months, it was the first time that EU defence ministers had come together in person again for an informal meeting in Berlin. © picture alliance/dpa/Michael Kappeler
26.08.2020 Article

FAQ about European security policy: Making the EU more resilient and capable of action Internal link

On Wednesday 26 August, EU defence ministers will meet again at the informal meeting in Berlin
On Wednesday 26 August, EU defence ministers will meet at the informal meeting in Berlin © BMVg
26.08.2020 Article

Informal Meeting of EU Defence Ministers in Berlin: Strategic Compass in focus Internal link

Germany’s Presidency of the Council of the EU: Demonstrating our ability to act
Germany’s Presidency of the Council of the EU: Demonstrating our ability to act © Unsplash/Waldemar Brandt
25.08.2020 Article

Strategic Compass: Developing strategic principles Internal link

German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas at a meeting with Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias on 21 July 2020 in Athens
German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas at a meeting with Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias on 21 July 2020 in Athens © picture alliance
25.08.2020 Press release

Ahead of the Meeting of EU Foreign Ministers in Berlin: Maas travels to Athens and Ankara Internal link

Looking back, looking ahead
The series "Looking back, looking ahead" explains the major topics of European politics in their historical context © Auswärtiges Amt
24.08.2020 Article

Looking back, looking ahead: The European Union’s Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
23.08.2020 Article

European Union Youth Orchestra: Europe, united by music Internal link

Macron and his wife greet Angela Merkel outside their summer residence, Fort de Brégançon
President Macron receives Chancellor Merkel at his summer residence, Fort de Brégançon © Bundesregierung/Denzel
20.08.2020 Article

Chancellor Merkel meets with President Macron: “Europe is only strong if it speaks with one voice” Internal link

Signs pointing to Fort de Bregancon in southern France.
Signs pointing to Fort de Brégançon in southern France. © Picture alliance / abaca / Bruno Gouhoury
20.08.2020 Article

Visit to France: Angela Merkel to hold talks with Emmanuel Macron Internal link

A graphic depicting the basics of the new European Covid-19 assistance packet.
The recovery fund is earmarked for the imperatives of the future, climate action and digitalisation. © Bundesregierung
20.08.2020 Article

In brief: The new Multiannual Financial Framework Internal link

Signs pointing to Fort de Bregancon in southern France.
Signs pointing to Fort de Brégançon in southern France. © Picture alliance / abaca / Bruno Gouhoury
20.08.2020 Article

Visit to France: Angela Merkel to hold talks with Emmanuel Macron Internal link

Chancellor Angela Merkel delivering her statement during the press conference
Chancellor Merkel after the special meeting of EU heads of state and government: Agreement not to recognise the results of the disputed presidential election in Belarus © Bundesregierung/Bergmann
19.08.2020 Article

Special European Council meeting on Belarus: “We stand shoulder by shoulder with the peaceful demonstrators” Internal link

The President of the Council, Charles Michel, will hold a video conference with the members of the European Council to discuss a response to the situation in Belarus
The President of the Council, Charles Michel, will hold a video conference with the members of the European Council to discuss a response to the situation in Belarus © AP Pool
19.08.2020 Article

Videoconference of the members of the European Council on the situation in Belarus Internal link

Signposts show where the Iron Curtain Trail goes. It passes through 20 different countries, including 14 EU member states. ​​​​​​​
Tour d´Europe: The trail passes through 20 different countries, including 14 EU member states. ​​​​​​​ © CC BY-SA 3.0
16.08.2020 Article

Iron Curtain Trail cycle path: Tracing the Iron Curtain Internal link

Justus-Lipsius Building in Brüssel.
Justus Lipsius Building in Brussels. Today EU foreign ministers met via videoconference © Felix Zahn/photothek.net
14.08.2020 Article

Extraordinary meeting of EU Foreign Affairs Council: The following issues were on the agenda Internal link

Claudia Roth, Vice President of the German Bundestag, inaugurates the information mobile on the parliamentary dimension of Germany's Council Presidency
Claudia Roth, Vice President of the German Bundestag, inaugurates the information mobile on the parliamentary dimension of Germany's Council Presidency © DBT/Thomas Köhler/photothek.net
13.08.2020 Article

Parliamentary Dimension of the German EU Council Presidency: Creating trust and developing understanding for one another Internal link

German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas visits the destroyed port in Beirut
German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas visits the destroyed port in Beirut © TASS
12.08.2020 Article

Foreign Minister Maas in Beirut: Support from Germany assured Internal link

Mass protests erupted in major cities across Belarus on the evening of August 9 following the nation's contested presidential election
Mass protests erupted in major cities across Belarus on the evening of 9 August following the nation's contested presidential election © TASS
11.08.2020 Article

Declaration by EU High Representative Borrell on Belarus: “The people of Belarus deserve better” Internal link

After the devastating explosion at the port of Beirut, French President Emmanuel Macron over the weekend held an international donor conference together with the United Nations
After the devastating explosion at the port of Beirut, French President Emmanuel Macron over the weekend held an international donor conference together with the United Nations © Europäische Union
10.08.2020 Article

Help for Beirut: How Germany and the EU are providing support Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
09.08.2020 Article

Get a feel for Europe’s linguistic and intellectual diversity: The interactive project 'Disappearing Wall' Internal link

Interpreter Elisabeth Bock-Chambon in her interpreting booth in a Brussels meeting room. From here she interprets from six languages into German.
Elisabeth Bock-Chambon in her interpreting booth in a Brussels meeting room. From here she interprets from six languages into German. © Sophie Hettrich
05.08.2020 Article

Interpreting for the EU: “Bringing Europe to life for everybody” Internal link

The EU and its institutions
Our short film from Germany’s perspective shows how EU citizens influence the Union’s policies when deciding who to elect © Bundesregierung
02.08.2020 Article

Understanding Europe in 100 seconds: The institutions of the European Union Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
01.08.2020 Article

Artificial Intelligence in Europe: Inspired by the Enlightenment Internal link

German Chancellor Angela Merkel with European Parliament President David Sassoli during her visit to the European Parliament on July 8
German Chancellor Angela Merkel with European Parliament President David Sassoli during her visit to the European Parliament on July 8 © Le Pictorium Agency via ZUMA
29.07.2020 Article

Upcoming budget negotiations: Chancellor Merkel speaks with the presidents of the EU institutions Internal link

German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas during a videoconference with Chinese Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi on 24 July
German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas during a videoconference with Chinese Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi on 24 July © Felix Zahn/photothek.net
28.07.2020 Article

Foreign Minister Heiko Maas on the adoption of EU Council conclusions on Hong Kong Internal link

Logo Europe`s Kitchen
The Goethe-Institut’s "Europe’s Kitchen" project showcases Europe’s diversity and fosters exchange throughout the continent. © Daniela Burger
28.07.2020 Article

“Europe’s Kitchen” to be launched in Copenhagen on 15 August Internal link

Minister of State for Europe Michael Roth at the German Federal Foreign Office
Minister of State for Europe Michael Roth at the German Federal Foreign Office © Thomas Trutschel
27.07.2020 Article

Interview with Minister of State for Europe Michael Roth: “Credibility is at stake” Internal link

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Charles Michel, President of the European Council
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Charles Michel, President of the European Council © European Union
24.07.2020 Article

Four days, four nights: A look back on the special meeting of the European Council in July 2020 Internal link

Pathways - Europe at your fingertips
Pathways' five protagonists © Artificial Rome
23.07.2020 Article

A new game about Europe: Pathways – Europe at Your Fingertips Internal link

Handover of the Trio Presidency Declaration on Gender Equality
Handover of the Trio Presidency Declaration on Gender Equality   © Permanent Representation/Federal Foreign Office
23.07.2020 Article

Trio presents joint Declaration to the cabinet of Equality Commissioner Helena Dalli Internal link

Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Emmanuel Macron
Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Emmanuel Macron © German Federal Government/Bergmann
22.07.2020 Article

European Council: “Geared to Europe's future” Internal link

Federal Research Minister Karliczek and EU Research Commissioner Gabriel report on the results of the Informal Meeting of EU Research Ministers.
Federal Research Minister Karliczek and EU Research Commissioner Gabriel report on the results of the Informal Meeting of EU Research Ministers © BMBF/Hans-Joachim Rickel
21.07.2020 Press release

Karliczek: Making Europe emerge from the crisis stronger through research and innovation Internal link

Video studio for the Informal Meeting of EU Research Ministers
Video studio for the Informal Meeting of EU Research Ministers © BMBF
21.07.2020 Article

Informal Meeting of EU Research Ministers: These topics are on the agenda Internal link

For the first time since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the heads of state and government met physically in Brussels.
For the first time since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the heads of state and government met physically in Brussels. © European Union
21.07.2020 Article

Press conference of the Special European Council in Brussels Internal link

The start of day three: German Chancellor Angela Merkel with other heads of state and government, including European Council President Charles Michel, French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. 
The start of day three: German Chancellor Angela Merkel with other heads of state and government, including European Council President Charles Michel, French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. © Bundesregierung/Bergmann
20.07.2020 Article

Day four of the Special European Council: “In such extraordinary situations, we need to go the extra mile.” Internal link

A selection of the goals that the German Council Presidency has set itself in agricultural and fisheries policy.
A selection of the goals that the German Council Presidency has set itself in agricultural and fisheries policy. © Bundesregierung
20.07.2020 Article

FAQs on the future of EU agricultural policy: Strong agriculture and secure food supplies Internal link

Live broadcast of the Agriculture and Fisheries Council
A live broadcast of the Agriculture and Fisheries Council began at 10.00 © European Union
20.07.2020 Article

Agriculture and Fisheries Council: Reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) on the agenda Internal link

European Council meeting room in the Europa building in Brussels
European Council meeting room in the Europa building in Brussels © European Union
11.12.2020 Article

Today's meeting of EU leaders: What does the European Council actually do? Internal link

The current EU financial framework expires this year
The current EU financial framework expires this year © Getty Images/iStockphoto/Tuned_In
17.07.2020 Article

European Council to address EU finances Internal link

President of the European Council Charles Michel.
President of the European Council Charles Michel © European Union
17.07.2020 Article

“A deal is essential”: Special meeting of the European Council in Brussels Internal link

Hubertus Heil, Federal Minister of Labour and Social Affairs
Hubertus Heil, Federal Minister of Labour and Social Affairs © BMAS / Konrad Schmidt
17.07.2020 Press release

Minister of Labour and Social Affairs: “We want all people in the EU to be able to live their lives with security and dignity” Internal link

The press conference with Federal Minister of Labour and Social Affairs, Hubertus Heil, was streamed live
A press conference with Federal Minister of Labour and Social Affairs, Hubertus Heil, will be streamed live at 13.00 © BMAS / Konrad Schmidt
16.07.2020 Article

“We need a European solution”: Informal Videoconference of EU Employment and Social Affairs Ministers Internal link

Federal Minister of Health, Jens Spahn
Federal Minister of Health, Jens Spahn. © BMG/Thomas Ecke
16.07.2020 Press release

Federal Minister of Health Jens Spahn: “Strengthening Europe’s resilience together” Internal link

Everything is prepared for the informal meeting of EU health ministers
Everything is prepared for the Informal Meeting of EU Health Ministers © BMG
15.07.2020 Article

Lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic: Informal Meeting of EU Health Ministers Internal link

Minister of State for Europe Michael Roth
Minister of State for Europe Michael Roth © Thomas Trutschel
15.07.2020 Article

Minister of State Roth at the Videoconference of European Affairs Ministers: Efforts to find a compromise Internal link

Minister of State Michael Roth gave a live statement to the press at 13.15.
Minister of State Michael Roth led the meeting © Auswärtiges Amt
15.07.2020 Article

Videoconference of European Affairs Ministers: The EU's next long-term budget was on the agenda Internal link

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Chancellor Angela Merkel at a press conference after the two leaders met in Berlin.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Chancellor Angela Merkel at a press conference after the two leaders met in Berlin © AP POOL
14.07.2020 Article

Spanish Prime Minister in Berlin: Getting Europe back on course for growth Internal link

Federal Environment Minister Svenja Schulze and State Secretary Jochen Flasbarth
Federal Environment Minister Svenja Schulze and State Secretary Jochen Flasbarth © BMU
14.07.2020 Press release

EU environment ministers call for recovery programme in line with environmental and climate policy goals Internal link

The studio for the videoconference of the EU's environment ministers on 13 July.
The studio for the videoconference of the EU's environment ministers on 13 July © BMU / Sascha Hilgers
14.07.2020 Article

Virtual meeting of EU environment ministers: European Climate Law was on the agenda Internal link

Josep Borrell Fontelles, High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy
Josep Borrell Fontelles, High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy © European Union
14.07.2020 Article

Strengthening relations with Turkey: Conclusions from the meeting of EU foreign affairs ministers Internal link

Foreign Minister Maas in Brussels
Foreign Minister Maas in Brussels © Felix Zahn/photothek.net
13.07.2020 Article

Maas in Brussels: Strengthening EU foreign policy Internal link

Chancellor Angela Merkel received Italian Prime Minister Guiseppe Conte at the German government's guest house at Meseberg Castle.
Chancellor Angela Merkel received Italian Prime Minister Guiseppe Conte at the German government's guest house at Schloss Meseberg © ANSA
13.07.2020 Article

Chancellor Merkel receives Italy's Prime Minister Conte: Overcoming the pandemic in a spirit of solidarity Internal link

European Environmental Data Hackathon Code4Green
European Environmental Data Hackathon Code4Green © BMU
12.07.2020 Article

Code4Green: European Environmental Data Hackathon Internal link

Press conference with German Federal Minister of Finance Olaf Scholz following the videoconference
Press conference with German Federal Minister of Finance Olaf Scholz following the videoconference © BMF/Thomas Koehler/photothek
10.07.2020 Article

“Emerge from the crisis with full force”: Results of the Videoconference of Economic and Finance Ministers Internal link

Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Peter Altmaier and Commission Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič
Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy, Peter Altmaier, and Commission Vice-President, Maroš Šefčovič © BMWI
10.07.2020 Press release

Federal Minister Peter Altmaier in Brussels for talks with the European Commission Internal link

Mark Rutte, Prime Minister of the Netherlands, is the first guest Chancellor Merkel had the pleasure of welcoming after the loosening of coronavirus restrictions
Mark Rutte, Prime Minister of the Netherlands, is the first guest Chancellor Merkel had the pleasure of welcoming after the loosening of coronavirus restrictions © Bundesregierung
09.07.2020 Article

For an economy fit for the future: Chancellor Angela Merkel welcomes Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte Internal link

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte and German Chancellor Angela Merkel in the German Chancellory in Berlin.
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte and German Chancellor Angela Merkel in the German Chancellory in Berlin. © ANP
09.07.2020 Article

Merkel and Rutte discuss Germany’s Council Presidency Internal link

Chancellor Merkel in the European Parliament
Chancellor Merkel in the European Parliament​​​​​​​ © picture alliance/AP/Yves Herman
08.07.2020 Article

Chancellor Merkel in the European Parliament: “This Europe is capable of great things” Internal link

Chancellor Merkel in the European Parliament: Human rights and civil liberties are Europe's most valuable posessions
Chancellor Merkel in the European Parliament: Human rights and civil liberties are Europe's most valuable posessions © Bundesregierung/Bergmann
08.07.2020 Speech

Speech by Chancellor Angela Merkel on the German Presidency of the Council of the EU 2020 to the European Parliament Internal link

German Chancellor Angela Merkel upon arriving at the European Parliament in Brussels
German Chancellor Angela Merkel upon arriving at the European Parliament in Brussels © EP
08.07.2020 Article

Livestream: Chancellor Merkel speaks before the European Parliament Internal link

Federal Minister for Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth, Franziska Giffey with the joint Trio Presidency Declaration on Gender Equality
Federal Minister for Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth, Franziska Giffey with the joint Trio Presidency Declaration on Gender Equality © BMFSFJ
06.07.2020 Article

Joint Trio Declaration for more gender equality in Europe Internal link

German Interior Minister Horst Seehofer at the virtual informal meeting of the EU's home affairs ministers. 
German Interior Minister Horst Seehofer at the virtual informal meeting of the EU's home affairs ministers.  © Henning Schacht
07.07.2020 Article

EU ministers agree on EU-police partnership, search and rescue at sea at Informal Meeting of Home Affairs Ministers Internal link

The interior ministry's video studio for the Informal Meeting of Home Affairs Ministers in Berlin.
The interior ministry's video studio for the Informal Meeting of Home Affairs Ministers in Berlin © Henning Schacht
07.07.2020 Article

First Informal Meeting of EU Home Affairs Ministers during the German Presidency Internal link

Monika Grütters and Peter Limbourg
Minister of State for Culture Monika Grütters with the Director-General of Deutsche Welle, Peter Limbourg © Thomas Imo/photothek.net
07.07.2020 Press release

Launch of digital conference series on EU media policy: Addressing media pluralism in times of crisis Internal link

German Minister of Justice Christine Lambrecht during the informal meeting on 6 July
German Minister of Justice Christine Lambrecht during the informal meeting on 6 July © Henning Schacht/BMJV
06.07.2020 Article

Strengthening democracies in times of COVID-19: Informal Meeting of EU Justice Ministers Internal link

Video studio JI Council
The studio for the Videoconference of EU Justice Ministers on July 6 © Henning Schacht/BMJV
06.07.2020 Article

Informal Meeting EU Justice Ministers: These topics are on the agenda Internal link

A mobile phone with Earth Speakr animation, map of Europe with faces, the Disappearing Wall and a director's chair
Earth Speakr, Faces of Europe, Disappearing Wall, Europe in Film and much more - our series "Focus on culture" takes a closer look at the cultural programme of Germany´s presidency of the Council of the EU © AA
03.07.2020 Article

One thousand faces of one union Internal link

Chancellor Merkel speaking in the Bundesrat
Chancellor Angela Merkel thanks the federal states for their work in containing the COVID-19 pandemic © Bundesregierung/Bergmann
03.07.2020 Article

Chancellor Merkel in the Bundesrat: “Solidarity is more important than ever” Internal link

Foreign Minister Heiko Maas is flying to the Slovenian capital Ljubljana
Foreign Minister Heiko Maas is flying to the Slovenian capital Ljubljana for the launch of the Trio Presidency with Portugal and Slovenia © Thomas Koehler/photothek.net
03.07.2020 Article

Together for a strong EU: launch of the Trio Presidency in Slovenia Internal link

Chancellor Angela Merkel with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen
"We look forward to working with the European Commission," declared Chancellor Angela Merkel during the Press conference with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen © Bundesregierung/Bergmann
03.07.2020 Article

Chancellor Merkel in conversation with Commission President von der Leyen: Focus on overcoming the crisis and on the future Internal link

Chancellor Angela Merkel in the German Bundestag: Germany will work for economic and social recovery in Europe.
Chancellor Angela Merkel in the German Bundestag: Germany will work for economic and social recovery in Europe © Bundesregierung/Kugler
01.07.2020 Article

Launch of Presidency and debate in Parliament: “Expectations of the Presidency of the Council of the European Union are high” Internal link

Foreign Minister Heiko Maas and Croatian Foreign Minister Goran Grlić Radman during the symbolic handover of the EU Presidency to the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin
Foreign Minister Heiko Maas and Croatian Foreign Minister Goran Grlić Radman during the symbolic handover of the EU Presidency to the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin © Florian Gaertner/photothek.net
01.07.2020 Article

Germany takes the baton from Croatia Internal link

Olafur Eliasson in front of colouful globe
Danisch-Icelandic conceptual artist Olafur Eliasson © Lars Borges
01.07.2020 Press release

Kids take over Earth Speakr, an interactive artwork started by Olafur Eliasson Internal link

Minister Altmaier presents his priorities for the German Council Presidency
Minister Altmaier presents his priorities for the German Council Presidency © BMWi
01.07.2020 Press release

Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Peter Altmaier: “Emerging stronger from the crisis together” Internal link

The logo of Germany's Presidency is projected on the Brandenburg Gate to kick off the start of the six-month term
To celebrate the start of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU, an animation of the Presidency logo was projected on to the Brandenburg Gate © dpa
01.07.2020 Article

Germany assumes the Presidency of the Council of the European Union: The Brandenburg Gate shines for Europe Internal link

EU-RP Social Media
Find us on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube © German Federal Foreign Office
30.06.2020 Article

The German Presidency of the Council of the EU launches on social media Internal link

Programme for Germany's Presidency of the Council of the European Union 
The Programme for Germany's Presidency of the Council of the European Union is now available in German, English and French  © Auswärtiges Amt
30.06.2020 Article

Presidency’s work programme now online Internal link

Foreign Minister Heiko Maas
Foreign Minister Heiko Maas © Auswärtiges Amt
29.06.2020 Speech

Address by Foreign Minister Heiko Maas at the Virtual Annual Council Meeting of the European Council for Foreign Relations (ECFR) Internal link

Germany, Portugal and Slovenia will take over presidency of the EU Council one after another for six months each
Germany, Portugal and Slovenia will take over presidency of the EU Council one after another for six months each © Bundesregierung
23.06.2020 Article

Presidency of the Council of the EU: Driving Europe forward as a trio Internal link

Foreign Minister Maas at the Cabinet meeting
Foreign Minister Heiko Maas before the start of the Cabinet meeting on the national programme for the German presidency of the Council of the European Union © Reuters Pool
24.06.2020 Press release

Foreign Minister Heiko Maas: “Germany wants to be a driving force and facilitator” Internal link

Calendar of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU
The official calendar of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU is now online © Julia Witzsche/AA
23.06.2020 Article

Online calendar of Germany‘s Presidency of the Council of the EU Internal link

Guiding principles of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU
The guiding principles of Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU © Bundesregierung
24.06.2020 Article

Focus areas agreed: Programme for Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU in place Internal link

Three flags of Germany, Portugal and Solvenia in a circular pattern
An 18-month programme among three nations © German Federal Foreign Office
19.06.2020 Article

Trio Programme of the Council of the European Union (1 July 2020 - 31 December 2021) Internal link

In the German Bundestag, Chancellor Angela Merkel gave a government statement about the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, which Germany will take over as of July.
In the German Bundestag, Chancellor Angela Merkel gave a government statement about the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, which Germany will take over as of July © Bundesregierung/Denzel
18.06.2020 Article

Chancellor's government statement: Cohesion and solidarity during the pandemic Internal link

Minister of State Michael Roth
Minister of State Michael Roth © Thomas Koehler/photothek.de
16.06.2020 Press release

Trio partners announce their common goals ahead of their 18-month term at the helm of the EU Council Internal link

Goethe-Institut is launching five EU-wide participatory projects
Goethe-Institut is launching five EU-wide projects © Goethe-Institut
16.06.2020 Article

Goethe presents new projects for the Presidency's cultural programme Internal link

State Secretary Miguel Berger and Secretary-General Helga-Maria Schmid at the videoconference of State Secretaries and Secretaries-General of the Foreign Ministries of EU Member States.
State Secretary Miguel Berger and Secretary-General Helga-Maria Schmid at the videoconference of State Secretaries and Secretaries-General of the Foreign Ministries of EU Member States © Felix Zahn/photothek.net
12.06.2020 Press release

“Sneak Preview” of Germany's Presidency: Informal Meeting of State Secretaries and Secretaries-General of EU Foreign Ministries Internal link

Half face, half earth: a young girl uses the Augmented Reality feature in Earth Speakr
A girl discovers the digital playground in Earth Speakr © Olafur Eliasson, Earth Speakr, 2020
10.06.2020 Press release

Olafur Eliasson offers a glimpse of his artwork for the Presidency, created with young people Internal link

Earth Speakr - a participatory, European-wide artwork
Earth Speakr - a participatory, European-wide artwork  © Olafur Eliasson
08.06.2020 Article

Olafur Eliasson amplifies Europe's youngest voices in 'Earth Speakr' Internal link

Government spokesman Steffen Seibert
Government spokesman Steffen Seibert presents the logo for the German Presidency of the Council of the European Union on 29 May in Berlin © Bundesregierung/Denzel
29.05.2020 Press release

German Government presents the Presidency's claim, logo and website Internal link

A.F.Möbius / Holzstich 1868 - A.F.Möbius / Wood engraving 1868 -
Mathematician August Friedrich Möbius © picture alliance/akg-images
29.05.2020 Article

A strong band for a united Europe Internal link

European flag
The flag of the European Union © Le Pictorium Agency via ZUMA
29.05.2020 Article

Q&A about Germany's Presidency of the Council of the European Union Internal link

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