Peace and security

Together with its partners, Germany champions peace, security, democracy, and human rights the world over.

At a glance

Multilateral cooperation

The central objective of German foreign policy is to ensure peace and security in the world. The basic coordinates of its actions include the country’s comprehensive integration into multilateral structures for cooperation.

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How does Germany assume international responsibility?

Germany relies on international cooperation and campaigns with its partners for security, freedom and prosperity.

Commitment to peace and security

Germany participates widely in multilateral cooperation and promotes democracy and human rights all over the world.

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How does Germany provide humanitarian assistance?

Germany helps people around the world who are in need as a result of crises or natural disasters, regardless of the causes.

Insight

Partner in the world

Efforts to safeguard human rights world-wide is a cornerstone of German foreign policy. Moreover, the country is strongly involved in development cooperation and in acute crisis situations provides humanitarian assistance world-wide.

Fostering sustainable development

The sustainable development of all countries is the basis for a peaceful future. What Germany is doing to promote this.

How does Germany protect human rights?

Respect for human rights is enshrined in the Basic Law. Germany is also committed to protecting fundamental freedoms worldwide.

Facts and figures

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2.2 billion euros

Humanitarian aid provided by the Federal Foreign Office in 2024 for people in need.

2 billion euros

The Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development invests this sum annually in global food security and rural development.

6.8 billion euros

Funding provided for the United Nations system by the Federal Government in 2022.

225 foreign embassies and consulates

Around 12,000 people work for the Foreign Service of the Federal Government.

Multilateral cooperation

Partner in the world

Facts and figures

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