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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 03/10/2026

"This morning, Germany is one nation again." This is how BBC Breakfast News reported on German reunification on 3 October 1990.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 03/10/2026

3 October 1990 Germany was reunified

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 02/10/2026

The German Army will establish a drone regiment in 2027. The new independent unit for unmanned systems will significantly complement and expand upon the steps already taken by the Bundeswehr to integrate unmanned systems.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 01/10/2026

Germany will upgrade the Bremerhaven port into a NATO Deployment Hub to better serve German and NATO defense needs in the event of an attack. The €1.35bn upgrade will ensure the port and surrounding infrastructure can receive, supply and move tens of thousands of allied troops.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 30/09/2026

A grand tattoo was held in honour of the Luftwaffe's 70th anniversary this week. The grand tattoo is the German armed forces' most important ceremony which took on its ceremonial form in the 19th century. From 100 volunteers in 1956, today the Luftwaffe consists of 28,600 personnel.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 29/09/2026

A new Piccadilly line train was on show at a Berlin expo last week. The walk-through & air-conditioned trains will replace the existing fleet introduced in 1975. German engineering giant Siemens Mobility is manufacturing 94 trains for TfL, with 80% of the order assembled in Goole.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 29/09/2026

With €8 billion invested so far in 2026 and 10 new unicorns, Germany's startup ecosystem is gaining momentum, driven by defence and deep tech investments. #ResearchInGermany

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 28/09/2026

"The Guardian of the Basic Law" Germany's Federal Constitutional Court is an independent authority that provides binding interpretations of Germany's Basic Law and ensures that fundamental rights are upheld. The Court, situated in Karlsruhe, was established 75 years ago today.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 26/09/2026

Let's hear it for the young German learners who achieved exceptional GCSE and A-Level results this year! 👏🇩🇪 34% of GCSEs and 46% of A-Levels in German in England, Wales & NI were marked at A/A*, well above the overall proportion of top grades (22%/28%). #EuropeanDayofLanguages

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 25/09/2026

Germany's economic growth forecast for 2026 has been doubled 📈🚀 Five leading economic institutes now predict that Germany's GDP will increase by 1.3% in 2026, up from their spring forecast of 0.6%.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 24/09/2026

Germany has unveiled a roadmap for transitioning away from fossil fuels by 2045. Focus is on growing use of renewables to generate electricity and electrification of transport, heating & industrial processes. 🇩🇪 is the third country (after 🇫🇷 & 🇳🇱) to present a plan of this kind.

Aerial view of Photovoltaik-Anlage Wallrabenstein featuring rows of solar panels in a rural landscape with wind turbines in Hunstetten, Hessen, Germany.

Federal Environment Minister Carsten Schneider presents the document at the UN General Assembly in New York.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 23/09/2026

One of Pope Leo's predecessors is the reason Stollen even exists... In 1491, a papal decree by Pope Innocent VIII permitted Dresdenders to use butter in their pre-Christmas baking, thus transforming a simple fasting pastry into the buttery Christmas delicacy enjoyed today.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 23/09/2026

Pope Leo has been gifted a 4kg Stollen by the Minister-President of German state Saxony, Michael Kretschmer. The Christmas speciality was baked for the pontiff by Konditormeister Thomas Neubert from Bärenstein in the Erzgebirge, a region of Saxony steeped in Christmas tradition.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 23/09/2026

Germany has formally joined the UN's new treaty for the protection of ocean life in international waters. The BBNJ Agreement will help protect two-thirds of the world's ocean @umweltministerium.de Minister Schneider: "One of the biggest intl. environmental policy achievements of recent years".

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 22/09/2026

Around the World in Eighty Charges of an Electric Truck? German 'Elektrotrucker' Tobias Wagner is hoping to set a world record and drive around the world in his electric truck and only charge 80 times. Tobias set off in his Mercedes-Benz truck on Sunday. Can it be done? 🤔

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 22/09/2026

AI must remain under human direction, oversight and control Ahead of the UN General Assembly, 22 world leaders, among them Chancellor Merz, have signed a declaration calling for control of frontier AI models that "must be developed and used in line with international law".

A Call for Control of Frontier AI Models
September 2026
Artificial intelligence is an extremely powerful technology. It has potential to improve lives, advance science and strengthen our economies.
At the same time, the rapid development of frontier AI models poses serious risks to safety and security if not appropriately managed.
Recently we have seen capable AI systems circumventing testing safeguards, exploiting vulnerabilities and gaining unauthorized access to real-world systems. Leading scientists and executives are warning that the pace of development could outpace our ability to manage emerging risks. To realise AI's potential, industry, governments and society must act now. We must address these risks and strengthen oversight — without widening the gap between countries in access to the benefits of AI.
AI must remain under human direction, oversight and control. It must be developed and used in line with international law.
We therefore welcome the recently launched initiatives that aim to manage the risks related to frontier technologies, and call for:
1. Companies to develop transparent safety protocols, including mandatory predeployment testing and independent evaluation, with qualified evaluators granted sufficient access to assess risks.
2. Governments and regional organisations to further develop and coordinate common standards, strengthen transparency — including shared reporting of serious safety incidents — and ensure that countries across all regions have access to scientific capacity, expertise and trusted evaluation.
3. UN member states to build on existing international mechanisms and explore creating an international institution, able to set standards, enable
verification, and convene states when capability thresholds are crossed.

https://www.regjeringen.no/contentassets/35b2ea6933304966bd739ff4b8107300/a-call-for-control-of-frontier-ai-models-final.pdf

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 21/09/2026

Luftwaffe planes and personnel, together with the RAF and NATO allies are taking part in the UK's largest homeland defence exercise, Cobra Warrior 26-2. Yet another great example of the enhanced German-British defence cooperation that was agreed in the #KensingtonTreaty. 🇩🇪🤝🇬🇧

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 18/09/2026

The History Centre, made possible with funds from the Ministry for Education, Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women & Youth, explores post-war 🇩🇪🇬🇧 history and reconciliation via exhibition & workshop facilities and provides a permanent space for continued educational and reconciliation work. (6/6)

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 18/09/2026

Since then, the Cannock Chase German Military Cemetery has been maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission on behalf of its German counterpart the Volksbund, with funding provided by the German government. (4/6)

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 18/09/2026

Between 1964 and 1966, the German War Graves Commission Volksbund transferred thousands of German graves from across the UK to the Cannock Chase German Military Cemetery. In 1967, the cemetery opened to the public. (3/6)

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 18/09/2026

After the Second World War, the UK and West Germany agreed upon the establishment of the Cannock Chase German Military Cemetery as a central cemetery for the graves of German servicemen and civilian internees of both wars that were scattered across the UK. (2/6)

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 18/09/2026

Almost 5,000 German nationals who died in the UK during the two World Wars are buried in a cemetery in Staffordshire - a unique example of post-War reconciliation and cooperation. (1/6)

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 18/09/2026

The Luftwaffe will deploy four Eurofighters to help secure Latvian airspace during Latvia's parliamentary elections on 3 October. Operating under NATO’s enhanced Air Policing North mission, the 74 Tactical Air Wing Eurofighters will be stationed at Lielvārde Air Base.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 17/09/2026

🥬 Human skin grown on spinach to reduce animal testing 🔌 Electricity generated from plants Just some of the impressive research by finalists of the 'Jugend forscht' youth science competition who were welcomed to the Chancellory by Chancellor Merz this week. #ResearchInGermany

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 16/09/2026

🎦 Celebrating German cinema: from 30 September - 3 October, a selection of German films will be shown at Goethe-Institut London. Featuring silent film classics and contemporary cinema, the screenings are open for both public audiences and school groups. ℹ️ www.goethe.de/ins/gb/en/ve...

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 15/09/2026

UK investment to Germany rocketed by 284% in 2025. With investments totalling €26 billion, the UK was Germany's biggest foreign investor, accounting for 31% of all foreign investment. Germany is attractive to foreign companies, with foreign investment up 50% to €86bn.

Foreign investment in Germany is soaring 🚀
Foreign direct investment transactions in Germany: Change from 2024 to 2025, as of 2025
Graphs showing Change (in percent) / Total investment (in millions of Euros)
UK 284 / 26365
China 51 / 199
Total 50 / 86145
Saudi Arabia 43 / 1088
Chile 41 / 2836
EU27 -3 / 43122
USA -44 / 11763
Source: Deutsche Bundesbank, German Economic Institute (IW)

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 14/09/2026

Germany is launching a digital identity wallet in 2027, enabling people to verify their identity via their smartphone and use digital documents. Over time the 'd-you' EUDI wallet will be expanded to also store documents such as birth certificates and driving licences.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 11/09/2026

This week's International Space Summit co-hosted by 🇩🇪🇫🇷 took place days after a German company launched the first rocket to orbit from continental Europe. It ended with several joint declarations, including a commitment to a joint vision for independent access to space:

In full: https://www.bmftr.bund.de/SharedDocs/Kurzmeldungen/EN/2026/09/260910-international-space-summit.html

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 11/09/2026

🏀 The German women's team have reached the Basketball World Cup semi-finals for the first time, beating European champions Belgium 93–74. Germany, who are the host nation, will face France in the semi-final in Berlin tomorrow. Good luck!

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 10/09/2026

The inimitable UK-German literary duo – writer Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler – have released their third Gruffalo book. 27 years after the original was published, 'Gruffalo Granny' is the latest addition to the much-loved series of children's books.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 10/09/2026

Germany ranks 3rd globally for the number of innovation clusters, says WIPO’s Innovation Index, with 7 clusters in the Top 100 🚀 The 🇩🇪 clusters in the Top 100 are: Munich (28), Berlin (31), Cologne (47), Stuttgart (54), Frankfurt/M (68), Heidelberg-Mannheim (88) & Hamburg (93).

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 09/09/2026

The first test flight of the first German F-35, took place today. #WeInvestinFreedom

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 09/09/2026

♻️ The share of renewable energies in Germany reached a new record high in the first half of the year: 59.1% of the electricity generated and fed into the grid in 🇩🇪 came from renewables. This is 6.5% higher than in the first half of 2025. #GermanClimateAction

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 08/09/2026

In the first half of 2026, 52% more new startups were founded in Germany than in the previous six months. Since the start of the year, four of these new companies have achieved the coveted status of unicorn.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 08/09/2026

A German company made history this weekend, sending the first commercial rocket into space from Europe. The milestone launch of Isar Aerospace's unmanned rocket from Norway was an impressive demonstration of Germany's engineering excellence that opens up new routes to space.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 03/09/2026

Germany is providing additional emergency support for the Ukrainian energy sector. The approx. €250m for urgent repair needs of Ukraine’s energy infrastructure before the winter will help to secure the population’s electricity and heat supply despite ongoing Russian attacks.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 03/09/2026

For 35 years, the Weimar Triangle has stood for the special friendship between France, Germany and Poland. Today, the Foreign Ministers of 🇫🇷, 🇩🇪 & 🇵🇱 met in Weimar to reiterate the importance of reliable partnerships & strong alliances especially in uncertain times.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 02/09/2026

Germany's AI Safety and Security Institute (AISI Deutschland) is up and running. In June, Germany and the UK agreed to strengthen collaboration on AI safety and security. Going forward, AISI Deutschland will work closely with its UK counterpart and other international partner organisations.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 02/09/2026

Germany is taking action against Russia as the perpetrator of the hybrid attack in Leipzig. Statement by Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul 👉 www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/newsroom/...

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 26/08/2026

🎮 Cologne is hosting Gamescom, the world's biggest gaming convention with more than 1,700 exhibitors attending. Germany is the largest games market in Europe and the fifth-largest worldwide, with approximately 900 companies in the German games industry.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 25/08/2026

Germany stands in solidarity with Ukraine and continues to provide aid. Since the start of Russia's war of aggression, 🇩🇪 has provided, or earmarked for the coming years, military aid amounting to around €57.6bn, as well as bilateral civilian aid of more than €43.3bn.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 24/08/2026

Germany suppports a strong, democratic and sovereign Ukraine - today and in the future! As Ukraine celebrates its National Day, Germany reaffirms this unwavering commitment. Germany is Ukraine’s biggest supporter, including in the military sphere. 🇩🇪🤝🇺🇦

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 24/08/2026

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on the occasion of Ukraine’s Independence Day 🇺🇦

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 23/08/2026

Happy birthday, North Rhine-Westphalia 💚🤍❤️ 80 years ago today, a UK initiative created this German federal state. From a relationship between an occupying power and a war-torn German region, real & deep 🇬🇧🇩🇪 friendship has grown. Today, NRW is Germany's most populous state.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 20/08/2026

Happy GCSE results day! Special congratulations to everyone who received their GCSE results in German! Gut gemacht 🥳

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 20/08/2026

In 2025, a Russian drone struck the confinement structure of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. To prevent the release of radioactive radiation from the ruined power plant, the German government is planning to provide €50million for repairs as part of a G7 initiative.

Federal Environment Minister Schneider in Ukraine.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 19/08/2026

"With nearly 240 million people whose lives would be at risk without humanitarian assistance, looking the other way is not an option." German Foreign Minister Wadephul on the occasion of today's World Humanitarian Day ⤵️

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 19/08/2026

Personnel numbers of the German Armed Forces have reached the highest level in 13 years. As of 31 July 2026, the Bundeswehr has grown to around 186,700 service members. #WeInvestinFreedom

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 19/08/2026

🛤️ The world's largest model railway turns 25 this month. Since Miniatur Wunderland Hamburg opened its doors, it has become one of the most-visited sights in 🇩🇪. Its 1200 trains across 16 km of tracks with perfectly recreated miniature landscapes attract over 1m visitors each year.

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German Embassy London @uk.diplo.de · 19/08/2026

Germany has launched a drone security technology centre, bringing together expertise and research infrastructure and aligning them with the requirements of security services and industry. It will research, develop and test state-of-the-art counter-drone technology under real-world conditions.

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