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Frank-Walter Steinmeier
Frank-Walter Steinmeier is a German politician who has served as Germany's President since 2017.
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Cambodia's ties with West threatened by media clampdown
News outlet VOD was closed after mistakenly naming the prime minister's son as the signatory of a foreign aid document.
Germany and Slovenia pledge deeper ties
Presidents Steinmeier and Pirc Musar praised the "deep and lasting friendship" between their countries in Berlin.
Slovakia: September election likely after failed referendum
Slovakia's caretaker prime minister, Eduard Heger, is taking the country to an early election this fall.
Climate protection in Brazil: Can Lula save the rainforest?
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has promised to help Brazil protect the rainforest.
Menorah from iconic photo returns to Germany for Hanukkah
A Hanukkah menorah at the center of the most searing images of the Nazis' rise was lit in a symbolic ceremony in Berlin.
German president 'understands' China COVID protests
In a DW interview, the German president also said he did not yet see "a way out" of Russia's war on Ukraine.
German president introduces female quota for top state award
Steinmeier is introducing a 40% quota for women to receive one of Germany's most prestigious awards, the Cross of Merit.
North Korea: German president condemns missile tests
During a visit to South Korea, Frank-Walter Steinmeier criticized Pyongyang for jeopardizing international security.
German minister urges clampdown on illegal climate protests
Interior Minister Nancy Faeser wants activists who break the law to be arrested and prosecuted.
German president calls for unity in 'state of nation' speech
Frank-Walter Steinmeier has warned of "tougher years" ahead and pledged form German support for Ukraine.
Ukraine: German President Steinmeier visits Kyiv
A few days after Steinmeier canceled his visit to Kyiv for security reasons, he is traveling to the Ukrainian capital.
Britain's Queen Elizabeth to get private burial
The palace revealed more details of the plan for the queen's state funeral service in Westminster Abbey.
Israeli PM in Germany to discuss Iran nuclear deal
Yair Lapid said there were "encouraging signs" that Israel's plan to stop the revival of the deal was working.
Germany, Israel mark 50 years since Munich Olympics attack
In 1972, eight Palestinian militants stormed the Israeli apartment in the Munich Olympic village.
Israeli president in Germany for Munich commemoration
Israeli President Herzog is to join an event commemorating the killing of Israeli athletes at the 1972 Munich Olympics.
Ukraine PM meets Olaf Scholz seeking more military support
Denys Shmyhal is the first high-level Ukrainian official to visit Germany in several months.
Heavy downpours in Berlin, weekend storms forecast
Storm warnings are in place in parts of the country heading into the weekend; Berlin had a soaking late on Friday.
'What happened in Rostock is a disgrace'
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has marked the 30th anniversary of major xenophobic riots.
German president honors Holocaust survivor for life's work
"We cannot change what happened, but it must never happen again," the 100-year-old Holocaust survivor said.
German president seeks partners in Singapore
Disrupted supply chains are affecting both Germany and Singapore.
Germany's president and Zelenskyy resolve diplomatic row
The German president and chancellor have both been invited to Kyiv, according to Frank-Walter Steinmeier's office.
Scholz stands firm on Ukraine visit amid criticism
Chancellor Olaf Scholz said Kyiv needed to do its part to resolve issues stemming from its snub of the German president.
Olaf Scholz — an 'offended liver sausage'?
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz isn't going to Kyiv. Ukraine's ambassador says that's just because he is sulking.
Germany's Steinmeier meets Ukrainian Holocaust survivors
More and more Holocaust survivors are arriving in Germany every day, fleeing Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Why Ukrainians distrust Steinmeier so much
Yuri Andrukhovych
Few Germans know of Steinmeier's past diplomacy but it's the reason why the German president is not welcome in Kyiv.
Germany's Social Democrats, Russia, and past mistakes
After past mistakes in its Russia policy, critics wonder how close to Moscow the German chancellor's party still is.
Russia says its flagship 'Moskva' ship has sunk
Russia said the warship sank while being towed to port after suffering damage from a fire.
Steinmeier visit controversy sparks debate in Germany
German politicians react with surprise after Ukraine refused a visit by German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier.
Germany tries to mend Ukraine relations
After an embarrassing rebuff for Germany's president from Kyiv, local politicians are scrambling to explain.
Ukraine's snub to the German president is wrong
Rosalia Romaniec
Frank-Walter Steinmeier planned to travel to Kyiv but was rebuffed. That's a bad decision, says DW's Rosalia Romaniec.
Germany's Steinmeier says he's 'not wanted' in Kyiv
The German president, who's currently in Warsaw, said the visit suggested by Poland "wasn't wanted" by Kyiv.
German foreign policy under fire
Critics see Russia's invasion of Ukraine as proof that Germany's attempted "change through trade" policy was a mistake.
Berlin is pushing for a war crimes trial of Russia's Putin
Former top German officials have now filed a criminal complaint against Russian President Vladimir Putin.
German President Steinmeier admits mistakes over Russia
Steinmeir said should have heeded warnings from eastern European countries on Russian aggression.
Germany: President Steinmeier criticized for Russia ties
Ukraine and Polish officials criticized German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier for being too close to Russia.
German president urges greater cooperation on Senegal trip
The German and Senegalese presidents discussed military and scientific partnerships in a region racked by terrorism.
Merkel makes first public appearance since leaving office
Former Chancellor Angela Merkel was greeted by a round of applause at her first public appearance since leaving office.
German president re-elected for second term
In his acceptance speech, Frank-Walter Steinmeier said he would fight for democracy.
Who is German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier?
Frank-Walter Steinmeier is a skilled mediator in times of crisis. Who exactly is Germany's newly reelected president?
Steinmeier reelected as German president
German politicians and delegates from across the country reelected President Frank-Walter Steinmeier.
German presidential election: A foregone conclusion
In an increasingly polarized Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier's job could become more difficult.
The German president's affinity for culture
"A friend of the fine arts" — German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier is looking at a second term in office.
What does the German president do?
What is the president's role in Germany? DW gives the lowdown.
German president urges full debate on vaccine mandate
Legislation to widen a mandate for certain sectors out to the general public could be voted upon in March.
Germany's postwar presidents
DW takes a look at the heads of state of the Federal Republic of Germany since its founding in 1949.
German president calls for solidarity during pandemic
Frank-Walter Steinmeier has called on "each and every one" to do their part to fight the pandemic.
German president: Onus is on individuals to end the pandemic
In his Christmas speech, President Steinmeier will address pandemic "frustration" and Germany's devastating July floods.
'Diversity United' on show in Moscow despite hurdles
First shown in Berlin, the exhibition "Diversity United" was also planned for Russia — but politics came into play.
German president receives Jewish reconciliation prize
President Steinmeier used his acceptance speech to warn fellow Germans to be vigilant of rising antisemitism.
German president marks November pogrom
Three crucial events took place on November 9, including the 1938 Nazi-instigated pogrom against the Jews.
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