Auswärtiges Amt
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The Auswärtige Amt of the Federal Republic of Germany
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editThe Auswärtige Amt is the central authority of the Federal Republic of Germany for foreign policy. It represents the values and interests of Germany abroad, serves as a point of contact for Germans in the host country, and provides information about Germany. Its tasks include representing Germany in international organizations, maintaining relations with other countries, promoting German economic interests, supporting German citizens abroad, and providing information about Germany and its policies[2].
Main Mission and Values
editThe main mission of the Auswärtige Amt is to shape and implement German foreign policy, with the aim of promoting peace, stability, and security. Three principles form the foundation of German foreign policy: the primacy of the civilian, the priority of prevention, and the focus on long-term peace promotion. German foreign policy is and remains peace policy, characterized by early crisis detection, escalation prevention, and stabilizing intervention[1].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editThe Auswärtige Amt actively advocates for diversity and equal opportunities. The diversity strategy "Diverse Germany – Diverse Diplomacy" aims to reflect the diversity of German society in the workforce of the Auswärtige Amt. This includes promoting equality, integrating people with disabilities, recognizing and valuing LGBTIQ individuals, and combating discrimination. Additionally, the office supports initiatives such as the association of LGBTIQ employees (Rainbow) and other groups that advocate for diversity and inclusion[2][4].
International Engagement and Crisis Prevention
editThe Auswärtige Amt is involved in numerous international missions and organizations to prevent and resolve conflicts. An example of this is participation in the peace mission MINUSMA in Mali, which aims to secure the ceasefire, protect civilians, and foster trust between the conflicting parties. Furthermore, the office works on preventive foreign policy to detect crises early and prevent escalations[1].
Dialogue and Transparency
editThe Auswärtige Amt places great importance on dialogue with civil society and the public. Through events, the internet, and social media, the discussion process is promoted to make the focus of future foreign policy transparent and inclusive. This approach aims to ensure that German foreign policy meets the expectations of the international community and the needs of the German population[1].
Sources:
edit- 1 - https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/de/newsroom/160705-bm-fr/281908
- 2 - https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/blob/2499644/9c5cd81de71419cb894c56f4b0a78c4e/211206-diversitaetsstrategie-auswaertiges-amt---download-data.pdf
- 3 - https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/de/ReiseUndSicherheit/uebersicht/199290
- 4 - https://addis-abeba.diplo.de/et-de/01-Botschaft/-/2656956
- 5 - https://www.eda.admin.ch/eda/de/home.html