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Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz during the Balkans summit family photo shoot

The Berlin Process: summit meeting in Berlin The Western Balkans are part of the European family

During the Conference on the Western Balkans in Berlin, Federal Chancellor Scholz stressed that the future of the six Western Balkan states was in the European Union. He said that it was “high time” for the words about their EU membership prospects to be translated into action.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Federal Chancellor Scholz walk across the lawn of the Chancellery.

Ukrainian President Zelensky visits Berlin “Playing for time won’t work”

It is impossible to exaggerate when praising Ukraine’s bravery and courage as it resists Russian aggression, said Federal Chancellor Scholz during President Zelensky’s visit to Berlin. Scholz also announced additional military and financial aid.

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Download G7 Leaders’ Statement 

Joint G7 Declaration of Support for Recovery and Reconstruction of Ukraine
A Ukrainian flag on the side of a house destroyed in the war.

German humanitarian, financial, and military aid How Germany is supporting Ukraine

Germany's position is very clear: we will continue to support Ukraine for as long as necessary. Since Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, Germany has sent just under 34 billion euros to Ukraine in humanitarian aid, direct payments, and weapons.

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War in Ukraine Military support for Ukraine

This list provides an overview of lethal and non-lethal German military support for Ukraine. It contains deliveries from the German Armed Forces, as well as deliveries from German industry financed by German funds for security capacity building.
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Kanzler kompakt What do we gain from a security agreement with Ukraine?

Kanzler kompakt What do we gain from a security agreement with Ukraine?

What would happen if Putin were to succeed? The consequences for us would be much more costly – in every respect – than our assistance for Ukraine. This is one reason why I today signed an agreement with Volodymyr Zelensky in which we commit to providing long-term support. Chancellor Scholz in the new episode of Kanzler kompakt.

Israel’s flag is flying outside the Chancellery, alongside the European and German flag.

Middle East conflict Germany stands by Israel – and is seeking to bring about a de-escalation

The situation in the Middle East threatens to escalate further. Federal Chancellor Scholz pledges that Germany will stand firmly alongside Israel. However, it is also obvious that the humanitarian situation is catastrophic and fighting must stop. Please find a summary of Germany’s diplomatic and humanitarian aid activities below.

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Video: Kanzler kompakt Anniversary of the 7 October attack

Video: Kanzler kompakt Anniversary of the 7 October attack

“One year ago, Hamas terrorists murdered well over 1000 Israelis and abducted hundreds. At the same time, they triggered a disaster for the Palestinian people. So much suffering, so many dead. We therefore continue to call persistently for a ceasefire.” That was Chancellor Olaf Scholz in the new episode of Kanzler kompakt.

Download G7 Leaders’ Statement on recent developments in the Middle East

Police patrol at Munich Central Station

The Federal Government agrees on a security package Greater security for Germany

The Federal Government has agreed on a package of measures for improving the security situation in Germany. These will make it easier to carry out deportations and strengthen authorities in their fight against violent Islamism, as well as further tightening weapons legislation.

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2025 draft budget and growth initiative. We are going to invest in greater security, societal cohesion, ambitious climate action and greater economic growth.

Questions and answers Federal Cabinet adopts 2025 draft budget and growth initiative

Fresh impetus to make Germany fit for the future: this is the goal of the 2025 draft budget and the growth initiative. What are the thematic priorities? How are citizens going to benefit? See below for the answers to these and other important questions.

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The Cabinet has now adopted

A skilled worker assembles a bicycle.

Questions and answers on immigration Skilled workers for Germany

Would you like to live and work in Germany? What does the immigration process look like? Where can you get your qualifications recognised? Do you need a visa? Here is an overview of the most important questions and answers concerning immigration of skilled workers.

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The photo shows the Federal Government.
Photo: Federal Government

Cabinet The Federal Government

The Federal Cabinet comprises 16 ministers and the Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Find out more about the Federal Government here.