Good discussion today with European leaders on our support to Ukraine, its security, and the reconstruction of the country. Ultimately, the prosperity of a free Ukrainian state lies in the accession to the EU. It’s also a key security guarantee in its own right.

"We held further consultations today with our European and Canadian partners in the Berlin Format. We are moving the peace process forward. Transparency and honesty are now required from everyone – including Russia." German Chancellor Friedrich Merz

"Ukraine has the full support of the Berlin Group. President @ZelenskyyUa briefed us on his peace talks with President Trump while en route to Washington. In close coordination with the United States, we are working toward a lasting and just peace." German Chancellor Friedrich Merz

We had a good, one-hour-long call with President Trump, President Zelenskyy and several European leaders to discuss their meeting today on peace negotiations. There was good progress, which we welcomed.

Europe is ready to keep working with Ukraine and our US partners to consolidate this progress. Paramount to this effort is to have ironclad security guarantees from day one.

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from the German Embassy in Canada! 🇩🇪🇨🇦 We wish everyone joyful holidays filled with peace, warmth, and time with loved ones.🎁❄️

Deepening 🇩🇪🇨🇦 Maritime Defence Ties During his visit to Germany, Canadian State Secretary Stephen Fuhr travelled to Kiel, where 🇨🇦 manufacturer Marmen and 🇩🇪 maritime leader TKMS signed a landmark MoU—strengthening transatlantic supply chains and welcoming Québec into the U212CD ecosystem. ⚓️

🇩🇪🌍 Congratulations to Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer as the first woman at the helm of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation HQ in Berlin! We wish her success in strengthening democratic values, transatlantic dialogue, and international cooperation! @KAS_Canada

Great news for Canada!

🇪🇺 🇺🇦 European Council backs Ukraine with €90bn loan Chancellor Friedrich Merz welcomed the unanimous decision to grant Ukraine a €90 billion, zero-interest loan, securing its military and budget needs for the next two years.

Successful visit of 🇨🇦 Finance Minister Champagne in Berlin. 🇩🇪 Finance Minister Klingbeil thanked 🇨🇦 for its G7 leadership in turbulent times, proof of the fact how important cooperation of the G7 is for a rules-based intl. order, fair competition & growth and support for 🇺🇦!

🏆 Germany’s Games Industry in the Spotlight 🏆 Last week, the 🇩🇪 German Developer Award was awarded in Cologne. This year, it celebrates excellence in game development and highlights the strength of Germany’s games economy🎯🎨

"We intend to use Russian assets to finance the Armed Forces of Ukraine for at least two more years. This step is not about prolonging the war, but about bringing the war to an end as soon as possible." German Chancellor Friedrich Merz

#G7 Foreign Ministers Statement on the Jimmy Lai verdict in Hong Kong. Link: g7.canada.ca/en/news-and-...

We know the urgency of funding Ukraine’s fight. But Russia does not have just Ukraine in its sights. Its full war-time economy is a direct threat to our national and economic security. Russian assets immobilized indefinitely in the EU can be a game changer for Ukraine and Europe.

🏒A historic moment for 🇩🇪 hockey! Leon Draisaitl has scored his 1,000th NHL point, becoming the first German player ever to reach this milestone. He now joins an elite group of just 102 players in NHL history to achieve this outstanding accomplishment. Congrats, Leon!

We have a shared responsibility as an international community to support #Haiti in tackling its security crisis & bringing criminals to justice. Therefore, 🇩🇪 contributes another $35m to the @UN Trust Fund to suppress gang violence in Haiti & bring about stability.

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.

Record value in 🇩🇪 support for 🇺🇦 in 2026! Today, 🇩🇪 MoD Boris Pistorius announced a total of €11.5bn (~CAD18.5bn) in 2026 as further support for 🇺🇦. 1/2

"Now is the time for peace." German Chancellor Merz

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Major diplomatic efforts and a real chance for a genuine peace in 🇺🇦 As 🇩🇪 Chancellor Merz has outlined at a joint press conference with 🇺🇦 President Zelenskyy today, 🇺🇦, 🇪🇺 & 🇺🇸agreed on 5 goals during their talks in Berlin: 1/

🇺🇦 🇩🇪 🇫🇷 🇮🇹 🇬🇧 🇫🇮 🇱🇹 🇳🇱 🇳🇴 🇵🇱 🇸🇪 🇪🇺 United for Peace & Security Global leaders reaffirmed their commitment to a just and lasting peace in Ukraine, working closely with Presidents Trump & Zelenskyy to safeguard Ukrainian sovereignty and European security.

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

"The antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach during Hanukkah leaves me utterly shocked. My thoughts are with the victims and their families. This is an attack on our shared values. We must fight antisemitism — here in Germany and around the world", German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.

I am deeply shocked by the terror attack in #Sydney - an act of hatred on the first day of #Hanukkah that is directed against Jewish communities everywhere. My heart goes out to the families of those murdered, the victims and the Jewish community. @aussenminister.diplo.de

We are excited to meet you today🎄✨

As the lights of #Hanukkah begin to shine across Canada, the Embassy and Consulates of Germany extend warm wishes to all who celebrate. May each candle bring hope, resilience, and moments of peace. Chag Sameach. 📸 Colourbox

Germany fighting back Russia's hybrid actions against our country and democracy:

🍁G7 Digital Wrap-Up!🍁 This week at the #G7 ministerial meeting in #Montreal, Germany’s Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger not only exchanged views with his international counterparts. It was also important to him to meet and connect 🇩🇪 and 🇨🇦 entrepreneurs.

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

Strengthening Europe's role in NATO is an absolute priority to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, read here: Germany news: Merz hosts NATO's Rutte in Berlin – DW – 12/11/2025 share.google/Abi0C6x5q2Ky...

🇨🇦-🇩🇪 AI Ecosystem Symposium On Dec 9–10, 2025, stakeholders from 🇩🇪 and 🇨🇦 gathered for the 🇨🇦-🇩🇪AI Ecosystem Symposium, perfectly aligned with a major milestone: the signing of the Digital Alliance by Ministers Dr. Karsten Wildberger 🇩🇪 Evan Solomon 🇨🇦 just one day earlier.

Thank you for a wonderful evening, Minister @anitaoakvilleeast.bsky.social. 🇩🇪 will always be a friend, now more than ever, as we are celebrating 75 years of 🇩🇪🇨🇦diplomatic relations next year! @globalaffairs.canada.ca @sebastien-carriere.bsky.social @germany.diplo.de

New High-Tech Agenda: Shaping Tomorrow🔭✨ Germany has launched its new High-Tech Agenda — a strategic roadmap to strengthen innovation, competitiveness and technological leadership. The agenda focuses on six key areas that will shape the future🧪🧫

Human Rights Day: Our Commitment Continues 🤲🍃 Over the past 16 days, we have shared facts that highlight the alarming levels of discrimination and violence faced by females worldwide. These stories are not just statistics — they are reminders that human rights must be protected every single day🌍🧡

The political agreement reached on the 2040 climate target is great news. One month after COP30 Europe matches words with deeds. With a legally binding target of 90% emissions reduction by 2040. And a pragmatic & flexible plan to make this transition our competitive advantage.

#16Days #NoExcuse

Welcome back, Ambassador Bellmann @germanambcanada.bsky.social !

🚫 🤚On todays #InternationalAntiCorruptionDay, we reaffirm that integrity is non-negotiable. 🇩🇪 and 🇨🇦 stand together to strengthen transparency, protect democracy, and fight corruption worldwide. #IntegrityMatters #GoodGovernance

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

🔁 IT'S TIME TO ROTATE! After 8 months of dedicated service in 🇨🇦, 🇩🇪 Ambassador Lüttenberg concludes his tenure today — and it’s time for a familiar face to return. We warmly welcome 🇩🇪 Ambassador Bellmann, who will once again take up her role as 🇩🇪’s Ambassador to 🇨🇦.

🇩🇪 Minister of Research, Technology and Space, @dorobaer.bsky.social visited the G7 Meeting in Montreal, having a program packed with substantial talks - and typical 🇨🇦 fun!

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🇩🇪⚽️ Football's coming!!! Super excited to see Germany playing in Group E and competing against Ecuador, Ivory Coast and Curaçao! Fingers crossed for a match in #Toronto!!! #WorldCup2026

🪖 New Military Service Act in 🇩🇪 Today, the 🇩🇪 Bundestag voted on a new Military Service Act: In 2026, all born in 2008 will be asked about their willingness to serve. Young men will undergo mandatory medical assessments, while actual military service will remain voluntary. 1/2

🖤❤️💛 FOODIE FRIDAY - XMAS EDITION 🍴 On the following Fridays before Christmas, we will share our favorite Christmas dishes with you ✨ Today, our colleague Alina shares her favourite Christmas dish: Potato Salad with parsley and lemon juice 🍋🍲 What's on your Christmas table? #foodies #christmas

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