We are committed to a free & open Indo-Pacific. Maritime disputes must be resolved peacefully & in accordance with UNCLOS. Joint statement on the 10th Anniversary of the Philippines-China South China Sea Arbitral Tribunal Award here: https://t.co/MUE2iksHKA
Mandatory sinicization undermines ethnic identity, freedom of religion as well as the right to minority language education. We call on China to fulfill its national and international obligations to protect human rights and the rights of minorities.
With great concern, we note that the “Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity” came into effect today in China 🇨🇳. It reinforces existing restrictions of religious, linguistic and cultural rights. Uyghurs, Tibetans and Mongols, but also religious minorities incl. Christians, are affected.
I welcome the agreement between the U.S. and Iran and congratulate President Trump and the Iranian side on this diplomatic breakthrough. This can pave the way towards a reinvigorated global economy and a more secure Middle East. It is crucial to implement it with determination.
Thank you Vice Minister Hua Chunying for hosting State Secretary Géza von Geyr for vice ministerial consultations in Beijing. Important to continue in-depth exchange on our bilateral relationship and pressing international issues.
Congratulations to the newly elected members of the #UNSC, especially to #Austria & #Portugal. I am convinced they will work to advance peace & security for the benefit of the global community. Germany will stay committed to peace & security worldwide & to a UN capable of action.
On #June4th 1989, 🇨🇳 democracy movement was met with brutal repression, esp. around #Tiananmen Square. Remembering those who protested peacefully & honoring their courage remains vital, particularly as commemoration is suppressed in mainland China & #HongKong. #NeverForget#六四
Ministerin Reiche ist heute gemeinsam mit der Wirtschaftsdelegation in der südchinesischen Stadt Guangzhou - eine der Wirtschaftsmetropolen 🇨🇳. Uns ist daran gelegen, Kooperation und Investitionen auf beiden Seiten auszubauen. Wir setzen auf Reziprozität als zentrales Prinzip.
In Zeiten globaler Unsicherheiten braucht es Dialog, Vertrauen und belastbare Partnerschaften. Ministerin Reiche setzt sich während ihres 🇨🇳-Besuchs für eine moderne Zusammenarbeit ein – „auf der Grundlage von Offenheit, Wettbewerb und gegenseitigem Nutzen.“
Heute hat Ministerin Reiche auch 🇨🇳 Vize-Ministerpräsidenten He Lifeng getroffen. Beide tauschten sich über Stand und Perspektiven der bilateralen Beziehungen aus. Es ging auch darum, wie man Potenziale der Zusammenarbeit zum beiderseitigen Nutzen noch besser ausschöpfen könnte.
In Peking traf Ministerin Reiche Handelsminister Wang Wentao und NDRC-Vize-Vorsitzenden Zhou Haibing. „Deutschland sucht einen offenen Dialog mit China, für eine moderne Partnerschaft aus Wettbewerb, Vertrauen und gegenseitigem Nutzen“, so die Ministerin zu Beginn der Reise.
Ministerin Reiche reist mit einer großen Wirtschaftsdelegation nach China.
🇩🇪 und 🇨🇳 verbindet eine der wichtigsten Wirtschaftsbeziehungen der Welt. Gerade in Zeiten globaler Veränderungen bleiben Dialog, Austausch und verlässliche Partnerschaften von besonderer Bedeutung.
Last night, Russia launched a massive attack on civilian targets in Ukraine. Once again, the Oreshnik missile system was used. The German government strongly condemns this reckless escalation. Germany remains firmly at Ukraine’s side.
I am deeply saddened by the loss of live caused by the explosion at a coal mine in Shanxi. The German Embassy extends its deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives, and wishes a swift recovery to the injured.
I am deeply saddened by the loss of live caused by the explosion at a coal mine in Shanxi. The German Embassy extends its deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives, and wishes a swift recovery to the injured.
On May 8th we celebrate Liberation Day which marks the end of the Second World War and the Nazi regime in Europe. 81 years later, war is raging in Europe once again. Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine is causing unimaginable suffering. 🇩🇪 stands firmly by 🇺🇦.
My heartfelt condolences go out to the victims of the explosion at a fireworks factory in Hunan Province and their families. I extend my deepest gratitude to the courageous emergency personnel who still search for those unaccounted for and hope for their safe return.
My heartfelt condolences go out to the victims of the explosion at a fireworks factory in Hunan Province and their families. I extend my deepest gratitude to the courageous emergency personnel who still search for those unaccounted for and hope for their safe return.