Current content on the activities of the Federal President
Trip to Latin America
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Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and Elke Büdenbender visit Uruguay, Paraguay and Chile from 28 February to 7 March.
"You can count on Germany"
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“Germany must be a strong partner for Ukraine and a strong pillar in Europe", emphasized Federal President Steinmeier at a summit to mark the third anniversary of the Russian attack on Ukraine.
"Germany stands firmly by Ukraine’s side"
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Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier sends a clear message of solidarity in a video statement marking the third anniversary of the Russian attack against Ukraine.
"Partnerships and alliances are worthwhile"
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At the Munich Security Conference, Federal President Steinmeier appealed to the international community to work together. He confirmed: “German foreign and security policy will remain European, transatlantic and multilateral.”
The Basic Law, Germany’s constitution, devotes an entire chapter to the Federal President. Besides the tasks and powers outlined in this section, others are described elsewhere in the constitution or in other laws, and still more have simply become established over time.
Honouring individuals who have rendered distinguished services to the nation has traditionally been one of the head of state's duties. In the Federal Republic of Germany, as in nearly all countries in the world, honours and decorations are awarded as a way of paying public tribute to an outstanding individual.