Germany`s Foreign Policy, EU, UN
50 years Élysée Treaty: Franco-German Partnership Bringing Europe Together
In 2013 we are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Élysée Treaty, which marked a profound and historic change in the relationship between France and Germany.
Women play a special role in conflict prevention and peacekeeping; that’s why the United Nations Security Council has long been calling for them to be more involved in peace processes.
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Peacemaking needs women
The European Union has declared 2013 the European Year of Citizens. Europe’s fundamental values such as freedom, democracy and the rule of law don’t just apply to the EU member states. Each EU citizen is guaranteed individual freedoms and rights under the EU treaties.
2013 – European Year of Citizens
The German Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs, Dr. Guido Westerwelle, will visit the Federal Republic of Nigeria from 2ndto 3rd of November. During his visit, Dr. Westerwelle will hold talks with the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan and the Foreign Minister Amb. Olugbenga Ashiru.
German Foreign Minister visits Abuja
The United Nations Human Rights Council regularly reviews the human rights situation in all UN member countries. April 2013 will be the second time Germany has been the subject of this Universal Perio...
Human rights policy in Germany
Germany and Nigeria
Since the inauguration of the first elected President Obasanjo after the end of military rule in May 1999, the bilateral relations between Germany and Nigeria have intensified. Like his predecessor, President Yar'Adua -in office since May 2007- is promoting the strengthening of the ties with Germany, covering all areas such as political cooperation, economics, culture and education.
Germany and Nigeria
Foreign policy issues
Peace and freedom are the focal points of German foreign policy. They can only be guaranteed through cooperation in a spirit of trust and a fair balancing of interests with our partners in the United Nations, NATO, G8, OSCE and EU.
Foreign policy issues
German policy on Europe
After centuries of bloody conflicts, the integration of states and their interests has defeated nationalism and brought Europe an unparalleled period of peace, prosperity and stability. That is why the completion of European integration is our top political objective.
Germany policy on Europe
