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NATO has been crucial to security and peace in Europe for seventy years. It is also the keystone of our transatlantic relations. The Alliance therefore is and will remain a central pillar of German security and defence policy.Ambassador Hans-Dieter Lucas
NATO has been crucial to security and peace in Europe for seventy years. It is also the keystone of our transatlantic relations. The Alliance therefore is and will remain a central pillar of German security and defence policy.
Seventy-five years ago today, the Second World War came to an end in Europe. 8 May 1945 marked the end of the Nazi reign of tyranny, the end of night-time bombing raids and death marches, the end of unprecedented German crimes and the end of the Shoah, that betrayal of all civilised values.
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Global health, climate and security, and sexual violence in conflicts: all these issues were on the agenda during the German Presidency of the Security Council in July. In addition, the cross-border resolution on Syria was extended, ensuring access for humanitarian assistance.
When a crisis breaks out and people are in need, fast action can save lives. Whether in the Central African Republic, Yemen or Ukraine, Germany is using the Country-Based Pooled Funds to provide fast and non-bureaucratic humanitarian assistance in emergency situations.
The conflict in Yemen continues unabated and political initiatives have failed to achieve any breakthroughs so far. COVID-19 is further exacerbating this humanitarian disaster. Germany is focusing on civil society initiatives in the UN Security Council.
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