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The Federal Chancellor and the French President at a press conference at Augustusburg Palace.

Press conference with Chancellor Merz and President Macron following the Franco-German Ministerial Council Working together to build a secure Europe

Deepening Franco-German friendship, strengthening Europe’s economy and jointly enhancing defence capabilities – these were the key themes of the 26th Franco-German Ministerial Council, where the cabinets of both countries held talks in Brühl.

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Minister Dobrindt, Minister Klingbeil, Chancellor Merz and Minister Frei at the cabinet table

Federal Cabinet: focus on reducing red tape Tangible and visible relief for citizens

The course that has been set in reducing bureaucracy is proving effective: this is evident from the record of the second caretaker cabinet. In recent months, the German Government has introduced relief measures worth around ten billion euros. Further measures have now been decided upon.

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Federal Chancellor Merz in front of a blue backdrop at the Federal Press Conference.

The Federal Chancellor’s summer press conference “We have achieved a great deal, but it is still far from enough.”

At the summer press conference, Federal Chancellor Merz gave a positive assessment of the Federal Government’s work. In recent weeks, all the measures planned by the Federal Government have been approved. Further projects will follow in the autumn.

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The Coalition of the Willing – Heads of State Merz, Zelenskyy, Macron, Starmer

Press statement by Federal Chancellor Merz on the meeting of heads of state and government regarding Ukraine / the Coalition of the Willing Coalition of the Willing: Peace for Ukraine and security for Europe

At the summit in Paris, the Coalition of the Willing reaffirmed its support for Ukraine. Federal Chancellor Merz explained the steps the partners have agreed upon to achieve a just and lasting peace, and why this also concerns the freedom of Europe.

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Download Joint Declaration on the Establishment of the Integrated Anti-Ballistic Missile Coalition (in English)

Determined to accelerate progress to peace Statement of the co-chairs of the Coalition of the Willing (in English)
Strait of Hormuz

Recent developments in Iran Framework agreement between the USA and Iran

German flag, European flag, Ukrainian flag side by side

Humanitarian, financial and military aid How Germany is supporting Ukraine

Germany, Europe and Israel stand for dialogue and partnership.

Middle East Germany stands by Israel's side in deep friendship

The photo shows the ruins of a destroyed refugee camp near Damascus. Standing on the ruins, two children grin into the camera.

After the fall of the Assad regime The Federal Government supports the Syrian transition process

Graphic "The new Government"
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The Federal Cabinet at a glance

The current Federal Government consists of Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz and 17 Federal Ministers. Together, they constitute the Federal Cabinet. Here you can find their CVs and information about the respective ministries.