Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
@dbobruessel.bsky.social
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Deutscher Botschafter Belgien / Ambassadeur d’Allemagne en Belgique / Duitse Ambassadeur België
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
Johann Wadephul
about 18 hours ago
Der Waffenstillstand zwischen
#Thailand
und
#Kambodscha
macht Hoffnung. Nach Wochen der Gewalt ist er wichtiger Schritt für Sicherheit & Stabilität — vor allem für die Binnenvertriebenen. Jetzt gilt es, dass beide Seiten die Vereinbarung konsequent einhalten. 1/2
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
Johann Wadephul
about 18 hours ago
Besonderer Dank gilt der
#ASEAN-Präsidentschaft
& dem Observation Team. Ihre Rolle bleibt entscheidend, um ein Wiederaufflammen zu verhindern. Die Waffenstillstandsvereinbarung kann nur ein erster Schritt zu dauerhaftem Frieden sein — dazu muss der Dialog fortgesetzt werden. 2/2
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All about Germany | deutschland.de
3 days ago
🎄 Federal President Frank-Walter
#Steinmeier
calls for courage and optimism at
#Christmas
, stressing community and solidarity – including with the people of Ukraine. 🇪🇺 Chancellor
#Merz
highlights responsibility for freedom, peace and security in
#Germany
and Europe.
#NewsDE
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Steinmeier calls for courage and optimism
Christmas was a time of solidarity, the Federal President said in his Christmas address, adding that this solidarity also extended to the people of Ukraine.
https://www.deutschland.de/en/news/steinmeier-calls-for-courage-and-optimism
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
Johann Wadephul
4 days ago
Die durch USA verhängten Einreiseverbote, darunter gegen die Vorsitzenden von
#HateAid
, sind nicht akzeptabel. Der Digital Services Act stellt sicher, dass alles, was offline illegal ist, auch online illegal ist. 1/2
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Johann Wadephul
4 days ago
Der
#DSA
wurde von der
#EU
für die EU demokratisch beschlossen - er wirkt nicht extraterritorial. Andere Auffassungen wollen wir mit den
#USA
grundsätzlich im transatlantischen Dialog klären, um unsere Partnerschaft zu stärken. 2/2
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
All about Germany | deutschland.de
4 days ago
🏭 The Federal Ministry for
#Economic
Affairs is funding 38 industrial projects through the Federal Programme for Industry and Climate Action (BIK). 🌱 With 476 million euros in funding, these projects show that
#climate
action and competitiveness go hand in hand.
#NewsDE
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Combining competitiveness and climate action
The Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs is funding 38 successful industrial projects that make a tangible contribution to climate action.
https://www.deutschland.de/en/news/combining-competitiveness-and-climate-action
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Toute l'équipe de l'ambassade & moi-même vous souhaitons de joyeuses fêtes de fin d'année ! Het hele team van de ambassade & ik wensen iedereen fijne feestdagen! Das ganze Botschaftsteam & ich wünschen Ihnen allen frohe Festtage!
4 days ago
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
All about Germany | deutschland.de
5 days ago
+++ #Rutte: “It won’t work without #Germany” 🇩🇪 Here you will find the most important information on Germany's foreign policy and international relations. 👉
spkl.io/6019Annmf
#Rutte
#Germany
#NewsDE
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
All about Germany | deutschland.de
5 days ago
🇩🇪 German Foreign Minister Johann
#Wadephul
has emphasised the importance of security guarantees in light of the negotiations on a
#ceasefire
in
#Ukraine
. 🛡️ The West, and above all the
#UnitedStates
, must be prepared to protect and support Ukraine. 👇 Read more
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Wadephul calls for credible security guarantees
There had to be a reliable commitment to stand by Ukraine if Russia attacks again, said Wadephul.
https://www.deutschland.de/en/news/wadephul-calls-for-credible-security-guarantees
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
All about Germany | deutschland.de
5 days ago
👨👩👦 The
#holidays
are seen as a time for reflection and coming together. The motto: No one is alone! 🤝 To ensure this, various organisations offer initiatives to prevent
#loneliness
during the holidays! Read the article and find out more 👇
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Together rather than alone over the festive period
People who spend Christmas or New Year’s Eve alone often feel lonely. Services and initiatives are available to bring people together, however.
https://www.deutschland.de/en/topic/life/lonely-christmas-getting-together
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
All about Germany | deutschland.de
5 days ago
+++ Vice-Chancellor Lars #Klingbeil on US security strategy: “Europe can be a global force” 🇩🇪 Here you will find the most important information on Germany's foreign policy and international relations. 👉
spkl.io/6019Annmf
#Klingbeil
#NewsDE
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
All about Germany | deutschland.de
6 days ago
🇩🇪 The German
#drone
weapon ‘Virtus’ has been successfully tested. 🛡️ In view of the threat situation in
#Europe
, this project is to be further tested and expanded to create
#resilience
for the future. 👇 Find out more
#NewsDE
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Successful test of German drone weapon “Virtus”
The effectiveness of a German drone against armoured targets was tested at a military training area.
https://www.deutschland.de/en/news/successful-test-of-german-drone-weapon-virtus
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
All about Germany | deutschland.de
8 days ago
Germany’s new military service will start in 2026. After the Bundestag, the Bundesrat has also approved the law to modernize military service. For young men, the medical examination is mandatory; for young women, it is voluntary. 👇
#NewsDE
#Wehrpflicht
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New military service is coming
A medical exam will be compulsory for young men and voluntary for young women. Size of the Bundeswehr is to be increased.
https://www.deutschland.de/en/news/new-military-service-is-coming
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Heute vor 35 Jahren trat der 1. gesamtdeutsch gewählte
#Bundestag
zur konstituierenden Sitzung in Berlin zusammen. Der Beginn einer neuen Ära nach Mauerfall & Wiedervereinigung – nicht nur Deutschlands, sondern auch Europas. Ein vereintes Parlament für eine vereinte Demokratie.
8 days ago
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Vandaag 35 j. geleden kwam 1e door heel Duitsland gekozen
#Bondsdag
bijeen vr zn constituerende vergadering in Berlijn. Begin v.e. nieuw tijdperk na de val v.d. Muur & de hereniging – niet alleen v. Duitsland, maar v. heel Europa. 1 verenigd parlement voor 1 verenigde democratie.
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Il y a 35 a. ajd, 1er
#Bundestag
élu pour l’ensemble de l’Allemagne se réunissait à Berlin pr sa séance constitutive. Ce fut le début d’1 nouv. ère après chute du Mur et la réunification, non seulemt de l’Allemagne, mais aussi de l’Europe. 1 parlement uni pour 1 démocratie unie.
8 days ago
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Bessie Coleman, the 1st African-American female pilot, showed that the sky knows no barriers. She obtained her pilot's licence in 🇫🇷 because she was denied one in the US. À Haren (Bxl), une rue porte désormais son nom. In Haren (Brussel) komt er nu een Bessie Colemanstraat.
9 days ago
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Johann Wadephul
9 days ago
Jamais l’amitié entre l’🇩🇪 & la 🇫🇷, jamais la solidarité européenne n’ont été aussi cruciales. Cher
@jnbarrot.bsky.social
, merci pour ta confiance & ton engagement. Pour l’
#Ukraine
& la sécurité de notre continent, ces semaines seront décisives. Il est essentiel que nous agissions ensemble.
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
Johann Wadephul
9 days ago
#Chanukka
bleibt ein Fest der Hoffnung. Seine Lichter sind Symbol für jüdische Standhaftigkeit, gerade nach dem schrecklichen Anschlag von Sydney. Heute habe ich gemeinsam mit Rabbiner Teichtal im Auswärtigen Amt das 5. Licht gezündet. Möge es Versöhnung, Wärme & Zuversicht spenden.
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
GermanyintheEU
10 days ago
#Servicepost
: ⏰Coming up at +/- 8:30am. 🇩🇪 Chancellor Friedrich
#Merz
will give a statement ahead of today’s EU European Council
#EUCO
. 🎥 Watch the statement live:
audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/de
#germanyintheeu
#eu
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
German Foreign Office
11 days ago
Today’s signing of the convention establishing an international claims commission for Ukraine is a milestone in achieving accountability for the damages in Ukraine caused by Russia’s illegal war of aggression.
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German Foreign Office
11 days ago
Germany, as its largest donor, and
#UNDP
are working hand in hand to stabilize crisis-affected regions.
@aussenminister.diplo.de
spoke with Alexander De Croo about how UNDP is implementing the UN80 reforms in order to provide even more targeted support to countries hit by crises.
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
GermanyintheEU
12 days ago
🇩🇪 Minister of State for Europe Gunther Krichbaum @AuswaertigesAmt attends today’s 🇪🇺 General Affairs Council
#GAC
in Brussels. Ahead of the meeting, he emphasised the importance of a modernised
#MFF
and welcomed progress on the EU’s simplification agenda.
#EU
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
German Foreign Office
12 days ago
The @UN are the heart of multilateralism. As a steadfast supporter of the rules-based international order Germany stands ready to do more. FM Wadephul spoke with UN ambassadors from 🇱🇸🇱🇧🇲🇿🇳🇦🇳🇷🇵🇬🇸🇳🇸🇧 about leveraging global partnerships for a safe, sustainable & peaceful world.
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German Foreign Office
13 days ago
Thank you for your visit, Andrii Sybiha. We are working to ensure Ukraine negotiates from a position of strength. That is the focus of today’s talks in Berlin.
#Putin
must not be mistaken: we will continue to strengthen
#Ukraine
and increase pressure on
#Russia
.
@aussenminister.diplo.de
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Johann Wadephul
13 days ago
Danke für Deinen Besuch, Andrii Sybiha. Wir tun alles dafür, dass die Ukraine in eine starke Verhandlungsposition kommt. Darum geht es heute in Berlin.
#Putin
darf sich nicht täuschen: Wir sind entschlossen, die
#Ukraine
weiter zu stärken und den Druck auf
#Russland
zu erhöhen.
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
GermanyintheEU
13 days ago
🇩🇪 Minister of State for Europe Gunther Krichbaum
@diplo.de
attends today’s Foreign Affairs Council
#FAC
in Brussels. 🎙️Ahead of the meeting he emphasised the continued 🇩🇪 & 🇪🇺support for Ukraine, as well as the need to keep up pressure on Russia.
#eu
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Fin d’une époque et début d’une nouvelle aventure : clôture de l’exposition « There is a crack in everything » hier au Musée Juif de Bruxelles. À présent, place à la rénovation du musée ! Je me réjouis déjà de la réouverture !
13 days ago
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Einde van een tijdperk en begin van iets nieuws: gisteren was de afsluiting van de tentoonstelling “There is a crack in everything” in het Joodse Museum in Brussel. Vanaf nu: verbouwing van het museum! Ik kijk al uit naar de heropening!
13 days ago
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Ende einer Ära und Beginn von etwas Neuem: Finissage der Ausstellung „There is a crack in everything” gestern im Jüdischen Museum in Brüssel. Ab jetzt: Museumsumbau! Ich freue mich schon auf die Wiedereröffnung!
13 days ago
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The
#BattleOfTheBulge
raged in the Ardennes in Dec. 1944. Today in Bastogne, together with 🇧🇪 & 🇺🇸 friends, we commemorated & honored the countless victims & all 🇺🇸 soldiers who fought for the liberation of Europe. A powerful reminder of courage & sacrifice.
#NeverForget
#NutsDay
14 days ago
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
German Foreign Office
17 days ago
Germany stands by its responsibility: Within
#NATO
we are increasing defense spending & strengthening our military and civilian support for
#Ukraine
🇺🇦. More European contributions to peace & security in
#Europe
are necessary, I reaffirmed today to NATO Sec Gen Rutte.
@aussenminister.diplo.de
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Nach dem Buch „Le rail belge sous l’occupation“ jetzt die beeindruckende korrespondierende Ausstellung in Train World in Bxl. Die Rolle der SNCB während der Besatzung: vom Widerstand bis zu den Zügen nach Deutschland & in die KZs im 2. WK. Noch bis 28.6.26. Wichtig!
17 days ago
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Na het boek “Le rail belge sous l'occupation” nu de indrukwekkende bijbehorende tentoonstelling in Train World in Brussel. De rol v.d. NMBS tijdens de bezetting: v.h. verzet tot de treinen naar Duitsland & de concentratiekampen in WO II. Nog tot 28 juni 2026. Belangrijk!
17 days ago
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Apr. le livre «Le rail belge sous l'occupation», voici l'impressionn. expo correspondante à Train World à BXL. Le rôle de la SNCB pdt l'occupation: de la résistance aux trains vers l'All. & camps de concentration pdt la 2e Guerre mondiale. Jusqu'au 28 juin 2026. À ne pas manquer!
17 days ago
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Menschenrechte unter Druck: 85 % der Menschen leben in Ländern mit eingeschränkter Meinungs- und Versammlungsfreiheit, Folter wird in 140+ Staaten dokumentiert, Diskriminierung trifft Frauen, LGBTIQ* & Minderheiten. Deutschland schützt Menschenrechte – 365 Tage im Jahr.
18 days ago
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Mensenrechten onder druk: 85 % van de mensen leeft in landen met beperkte vrijheid van meningsuiting & vergadering, marteling wordt in 140+ landen gedocumenteerd, discriminatie treft vrouwen, LGBTIQ* & minderheden. Duitsland beschermt de mensenrechten – 365 dagen per jaar.
18 days ago
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Droits humains menacés: 85% de la population mond. vit dans des pays où la liberté d’expression & réunion est restreinte, torture est documentée dans + de 140 États, discrimination touche les femmes, personnes LGBTIQ* & minorités. L’🇩🇪 protège les droits humains, 365 jours par an.
18 days ago
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Most interesting lunchtalk with 🇧🇪 PM Bart De Wever, organised by the 🇩🇰 Presidency of the Council of the EU
@eu2025dk.bsky.social
. A few days before the EC on Dec. 18 & 19 focus on key EU issues: security, Ukraine, innovation, industry & transatlantic relations. Great tour d’horizon!
18 days ago
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
German Foreign Office
18 days ago
Escalation around
#Uvira
in eastern
#DRC
alarming. ICG for
#GreatLakes
, chaired by 🇩🇪, urges M23 & RDF to halt offensive operations now, calls on all actors to honour their commitments of
#WashingtonAccords
,
#Doha
Framework Agreement &
#UNSC
Res 2773
www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/newsroom/...
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International Contact Group for the Great Lakes (ICG) on the escalation in South Kivu
Belgium, Denmark, the European Union, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, as members of the International Contact Group for the&...
https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/newsroom/news/2747754-2747754
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German Foreign Office
19 days ago
The talks in Beijing have shown that constructive dialogue is crucial, especially on issues where we have different perspectives. We want to continue this dialogue, with a focus on good results.
@aussenminister.diplo.de
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German Foreign Office
19 days ago
The security of Asia and Europe is closely intertwined. Free movement of goods in the Taiwan Strait is important for prosperity in Europe and worldwide. An escalation there would also affect us. Any change to the status quo must be non-violent and consensual.
@aussenminister.diplo.de
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German Foreign Office
19 days ago
Putin can only continue his brutal war of aggression against Ukraine because he can rely on support from third parties, including China. We expect China to use its influence on Russia to ensure a lasting peace for Ukraine.
@aussenminister.diplo.de
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German Foreign Office
19 days ago
General licenses for rare earths offered by China can be an important first step. We need reliability and predictability – this is in both our interests. At the same time, we 🇩🇪🇪🇺want to further diversify and strengthen our supply chains.
@aussenminister.diplo.de
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
German Foreign Office
19 days ago
Economic issues were a key matter on the agenda. We need open markets and free trade. Competition must be fair and based on rules. Market distortions and export restrictions are not in our interest and harm our economy.
@aussenminister.diplo.de
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Foreign Minister Wadephul is visiting China for talks on 8 and 9 December 👇
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19 days ago
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Germany UN New York
24 days ago
The German government adopted the
#BBNJ
ratification laws. We will be happy to join the first Ocean COP. Together with partners from Africa, South America and Asia, we are already working towards designating the first marine protected areas beyond national jurisdiction.
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Germany UN New York
24 days ago
Every child has the right to live and grow up in peace. The suffering caused by Russia’s abductions of Ukrainian children is a humanitarian emergency. Germany voted yes on the resolution on the return of Ukrainian children. Statement:
new-york-un.diplo.de/un-en/274722...
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
GermanyintheEU
24 days ago
#Servicepost
: ⏰Coming up at +/- 9:10am. 🇩🇪 Federal Minister of Transport Patrick Schnieder will give a statement ahead of today’s 🇪🇺 Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council (Transport)
#TTE
in Brussels. 📺Livestream:
audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/de
#germanyintheeu
#eu
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Botschafter Martin Kotthaus
German Foreign Office
25 days ago
We welcome every effort to end Russia’s war of aggression against
#Ukraine
. At this point, however, we see no indication that
#Russia
is ready for genuine negotiations.
@aussenminister.diplo.de
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