A Different Kind of Foreign Policy

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Foreign Ministers Steinmeier and Kouchner Step to Mic

Foreign Minister Steinmeier and his French colleague stepped to the mic to record the first-ever vocal track by two foreign ministers. Together with German-Turkish recording artist Muhabett and seven talented young people, they recorded "Deutschland", a song whose lyrics address the recognition, respect and appreciation for the diverse cultural backgrounds of people in Germany.

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Foreign Minister Steinmeier Throws the First Pitch

As part of his recent trip to Boston, Foreign Minister Steinmeier had the privilege and pleasure of throwing out the first pitch at the Red Sox-Yankees game at Fenway Park on April 12. He was accompanied to the mound by two young students from the German International School Boston. Steinmeier donned a Red Sox jacket and in front of some 40,000 fans, confidently took the mound and threw the ball like a pro.

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…And Fly Me to EU - EU Spokesperson For a Day

Ever wanted to be a European Union spokesperson? Visitors to the German Embassy during the European Union Open House on May 22, 2007, had that opportunity. Take a look at what they had to say. Please allow some time for the file to load.

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"Germany's cool too" - Embassy Spokesperson For a Day

Visitors to the German Embassy during the EU Open House on May 3, 2008, told us why Germany is cool, fabulous and gut. Some seemed to be naturals as they took their turn at the microphone in front of the camera to act as embassy spokesperson.