Photo: David Ausserhofer

Berlin Foreign Policy Forum 2025

The intricate interplay between domestic and foreign policy is a defining factor in shaping international relations, particularly in an era of geopolitical competition. Germany and Europe face the dual challenge of managing deepening crises and global instability while addressing internal political polarization and economic difficulties. Effectively tackling current challenges requires Germany and Europe to adopt a comprehensive approach that integrates domestic and international priorities, fosters international partnerships, and promotes both stability internally and abroad.

With traditional alliances under scrutiny and just months after German federal elections, the Berlin Forum 2025 explores key questions of German foreign policy: How can Germany and Europe reconcile security, domestic policy, and economic challenges with their international commitments? What actions should Germany take to strengthen Europe’s position as a strong global player? To what extent can global actors build resilient partnerships in a time of fragmentation?

Save the date: This year’s Berlin Forum will take place on 25 November 2025.

Agenda and speakers of the Berlin Forum 2025 will be announced before the conference on this webpage.