The Winter Paralympic Games are starting today in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo.
Around 665 athletes will be competing for 79 medals in 6 disciplines.
A total of 40 athletes and eight guides will represent 🇩🇪. Viel Erfolg, Team Germany!
Germany reaffirmed its commitment to NATO + continued support for Ukraine at the OCSD this week. 🇩🇪 is strengthening European capabilities, increasing defence spending, and working closely with transatlantic partners so 🇺🇦 can defend itself & negotiate from a position of strength.
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Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile programs must be verifiably ended, while Iran’s territorial integrity and regional stability are preserved.
Full press release (German):
www.bundesregierung.de/breg-de/aktu...
But an escalating and open-ended conflict carries growing risks for Israel, the region, and beyond. We are working w/ partners to end the fighting & move toward a regional security order guaranteeing the safety of all states, incl. Israel and the Gulf.
German Chancellor Merz on the situation in the Middle East:
We share the goals of the US & Israel: Iran’s nuclear & missile programs must end, support for terrorism must stop. The Iranian people deserve the right to determine their own future.
💌 What do Germans love about Canada?
Sometimes, love is found in the little things. In today’s episode, Klara reveals what stole her heart:
Timbits🍩🤍
Small, sweet, and perfectly Canadian — a tiny treat that makes everyday moments special.
#CanadaGermany75 #CanadaAllemagne75
Did you know that Germany and Canada have a strong partnership in science? 🔬🇩🇪🇨🇦
Welcome to our new series, Science: Stronger Together — where we showcase how German and Canadian researchers team up to address global challenges🌍
This week, we’re starting with polar research 🧊🚢
Had the pleasure to host TKMS and CAE who signed a very exiting teaming agreement to support 🇨🇦’s future submarine capabilities.
World-class simulation, training & long-term in-service support solutions for world-class submarines!
www.tkmsgroup.com/news/article...
News on Subs: TKMS has signed two cooperation agreements with leading Indigenous organizations across 🇨🇦 to establish a Pan-Canadian framework supporting Indigenous participation in CPSP.
The partnerships aim to strengthen industrial collaboration, workforce development and long-term economic growth while advancing reconciliation and sustainable value creation within Canada’s future submarine program.
🖼️✨Visit our exhibition on International Women's Day! ✨🖼️
On March 8, you can visit our travelling exhibition "Women in Divided Germany" at Library and Archives Canada in Gatineau to celebrate the strength and achievements of women.
We look forward to welcoming you! 💜✊
Making the match between 🇩🇪 & 🇨🇦 for resilient critical mineral supply chains & defense cooperation: Busy second day at #PDAC with meetings with Premier Houston, Minister Fedeli, the signing of MoUs with Minister Simard and between rocktechlithium.com & Siemens Canada - and 🇩🇪 Day!
🇩🇪-🇫🇷 Nuclear Steering Group established
Germany & France have established a nuclear steering group to coordinate deterrence issues. Concrete steps will follow this year, including conventional German participation in French nuclear exercises.
Read here:
www.bundesregierung.de/resource/blo...
Iran’s attacks of a number of countries in the Middle East are inexcusable.
The events must not lead to further escalation that could threaten the region, Europe and beyond, with unpredictable consequences.
We are taking all necessary steps to ensure the safety of EU citizens in the region. (1/2)
🇩🇪 technology, engineering & financing to get 🇨🇦 critical minerals to market: Busy day #PDAC in #Toronto.
Thrilled to welcome Parliamentary Secretary Stefan Rouenhoff, who headed an unprecedented 🇩🇪 business delegation representing everything from engineering to recycling!
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E3 Leaders’ Statement on indiscriminate Iranian attacks on countries in the region ⬇️
The Iranian regime has destabilized an entire region through its proxies such as the Houthis, Hamas, or Hezbollah. Iran has contributed to Russia’s ability to continue its war of aggression against Ukraine. And Iran has brutally oppressed its own population. 1/3
This Iranian regime is a threat not only to Israel but also to other states and, not least, to Europe. I condemn in the strongest possible terms Iran’s attacks on all Gulf states. These attacks on uninvolved parties also endanger German nationals in the region. 2/3
In my conversations today, the foreign ministers of the region agreed: they advocate for a return to the negotiating table. Iran must finally understand that its nuclear program and its missile program must be halted. 3/3
"Germany calls on Iran to cease military strikes against Israel and other partners in the region. The leadership in Tehran must end the violence against its own people and return to a negotiated solution."
"Together with France, the United Kingdom and European partners, Germany has repeatedly called on the Iranian leadership to halt its nuclear program, refrain from military strikes and end the violence against its own population."
"The United States has long sought a negotiated solution. Iran has not agreed to a reliable arrangement to end its military nuclear program, nor has it committed to scaling back its missile program or ceasing destabilizing activities."
"At the same time, the Iranian leadership has advanced its military nuclear and missile program, posing dangers far beyond the region. It has contributed to regional destabilization and supported international terrorism."
"In recent weeks, the regime in Tehran has brutally suppressed the peaceful protests of courageous Iranian women and men. Instead of protecting its own people, the Iranian leadership has ignored repeated calls to end the violence."
"The Iranian people have the right to determine their own future. Germany is coordinating closely with the United States, Israel and partners in the region. We remain committed to peace and security in the region and to Israel’s security." (German Chancellor Friedrich Merz)
E3 Joint Leaders’ Statement on Iran by President Emmanuel Macron, Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Prime Minister Keir Starmer ⤵️
www.bundesregierung.de/breg-de/aktuelles/e3-joint-leaders-statement-on-iran--2409132
Provisionally applying the EU #Mercosur agreement is the right thing to do. If the EU wants to be a geopolitical player, we have to implement trade agreements we have signed.
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Four years after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, 🇩🇪 Amb. Tjorven Bellmann & 🇵🇱 Amb. Witold Dzielski joined Vassy Kapelos on CTV to reflect on this grim anniversary and the path forward.
Watch the full interview 🎥👇
www.youtube.com/watch?si=fwp...
Made in Germany – Made in Canada 🇩🇪🤝🇨🇦
From enterprise software to AI-powered manufacturing and secure digital identities — German tech companies are helping shape Canada’s digital future💻🔒
Stronger together. Smarter together.
#MadeInGermanyMadeInCanada #BesserTogether
📺 TUNE IN AT 5PM TODAY // @CTV_PowerPlay WITH @VassyKapelos
Today marks the four-year anniversary since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of 🇺🇦 Ukraine on Feb 24, 2022.
In a powerful conversation Ambassadors Bellmann 🇩🇪 & Dzielski 🇵🇱 reflect on this grim anniversary.
