Germany's cultural relations and education policy is part and parcel of our foreign policy. As such, policy guidelines in this field are formulated by the Federal Foreign Office. The objectives of our cultural relations and education policy are:
- To promote our interests in the cultural and educational sphere
- To point a realistic picture of life in contemporary Germany
- To foster dialogue on values and the prevention of conflict
- To promote European integration
The Federal Foreign Office has established a number of priorities geared to achieving these objectives.
We want to enhance Germany's profile in higher education by promoting exchange and international cooperation in the academic field.
We are committed to helping German schools abroad hold their own in an increasingly competitive environment.
We see ongoing efforts to stimulate interest abroad in the German language as a core component of our cultural relations and education policy.
