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.

Europäischer Gerichtshof für Menschenrechte — © picture alliance/dpa

Shared responsibility

International cooperation is the foundation of German foreign policy. It works with partners in Europe and around the world to stand up for freedom, democracy and human rights.

Commitment to peace and security

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

Humanitäre Hilfe — © AktionDeutschlandHilft/ThorstenThor

Humanitarian aid

Germany helps people in need as a result of crises or natural disasters, regardless of their 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 nations lays the foundations for a peaceful future. It’s a goal to which the Federal Government is firmly committed.