High regard for Ukraine’s reform efforts

The current situation in Afghanistan and gas transit issues were at the forefront of the Federal Chancellor’s talks with President Zelensky during her visit to Kyiv. The Federal Chancellor also commemorated the victims of Nazi rule by laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the Memorial of Eternal Glory.

Germany must remain a strong base for the automotive industry

“Looking around here, I firmly believe that the transformation to climate neutrality will be a success for our country and for our automotive industry” – Federal Chancellor Merkel opened the IAA Mobility 2021 in Munich. The trade fair showcases innovations geared towards climate-neutral mobility of the future. A summary in questions and answers.

The rule of law is the foundation of the EU

In Berlin, Federal Chancellor Merkel and Luxembourg’s Prime Minister Bettel talked about the issues to be addressed by the European Council at the end of the week. These include the rising energy prices and the digital agenda. Merkel said that the rule of law was also an important topic.

Discussions about climate protection and German-Turkish relations

Federal Chancellor Merkel met Turkish President Erdogan in Istanbul. On the agenda were relations between the EU and Turkey, international climate protection, and the situation in Syria and Afghanistan. There are many reasons to work on good relations between Germany and Turkey, the Federal Chancellor declared.

Germany seals gas deal with Qatar to reduce dependence on Russia

Germany has sought to reduce its energy dependence on Russia since Moscow invaded Ukraine.