Thomas de Maizière
Thomas de Maizière is a prominent German politician who served as a member of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and held various key positions, including Minister of the Interior and Minister of Defense. Known for his expertise in security and defense policy, he has played a significant role in shaping Germany's approach to national and international security issues. His recent involvement in the 'Initiative für einen handlungsfähigen Staat' highlights his ongoing commitment to addressing governance challenges in Germany.
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Thomas de Maizière is part of the initiative for a capable state that advises the government.
Andreas Voßkuhles Rede zum Hanns-Joachim-Friedrich-Preis für Sophie von der Tann - Medien
Germany· 2025-12-04
Former Bundesinnenminister Thomas de Maizière is noted as a predecessor of Alexander Dobrindt at the BKA event.
Kevin Kühnerts Lehren für das BKA - PolitikGermany· 2025-11-21
Thomas de Maizière supports Chancellor Merkel against criticism.
News am Abend - Nachrichten vom 21. Oktober 2025 - PolitikGermany· 2025-10-21
Thomas de Maizière is a former federal minister involved in a recent initiative for state functionality.
Bayern: Die Landespolitik erwacht aus dem Tiefschlaf - BayernGermany· 2025-09-15
Thomas de Maizière faced ridicule for urging Germans to maintain emergency food and water supplies.
Nemci menia šošovicu za ravioli. Pre prípad vojnového konfliktu
Slovakia· 2025-09-14
Thomas de Maizière faced ridicule for urging Germans to maintain emergency food supplies.
Nemci menia šošovicu za ravioli. Pre prípad vojnového konfliktuSlovakia· 2025-09-14Thomas de Maizière discusses the conditions of modern politics and decisions he retrospectively considers mistakes.
SZ-Podcast: Thomas de Maizière bei Carolin Emcke über die Realität des Regierens - MeinungGermany· 2025-09-06
Thomas de Maizière announced the expected influx of asylum seekers in Germany.
« Angela Merkel n’a pas “ouvert les vannes” de l’immigration, elle a empêché la construction d’un mur »
France· 2025-08-31
Thomas de Maizière, the Interior Minister, faced criticism during his visit to the Camp Shelterschleife.
Erding/Fürstenfeldbruck: Flüchtlingsbewegungen und die Herausforderungen der Asylpolitik - FürstenfeldbruckGermany· 2025-08-18
Thomas de Maizière is involved in the initiative for a capable state alongside Julia Jäkel and others.
Julia Jäkel im Interview: „Das Neue hat keine Lobby in diesem Land“ - KulturGermany· 2025-06-26Thomas de Maizière is the former Interior Minister whose directive Dobrindt rescinded.
Zurückweisung rechtswidrig: Gericht stoppt Asylkurs der Bundesregierung - PolitikGermany· 2025-06-02
Thomas de Maizière had previously requested the federal police to allow entry for undocumented third-country nationals.
Allemagne : la politique migratoire durcie face à la montée de l’extrême droiteFrance· 2025-05-07
Thomas de Maizière was the former German Interior Minister whose policies allowed illegal immigrants to enter for asylum application.
Deutscher Innenminister Dobrindt will Asylsuchende an den Grenzen zurückweisen
Switzerland· 2025-05-07
Thomas de Maizière halted the Euro Hawk project due to regulatory issues.
Bürokratie und Pazifismus als HindernisseSwitzerland· 2025-03-23
Thomas de Maizière is part of an expert group that has presented proposals for reducing bureaucracy and a state reform.
100 Milliarden für die Länder: Wie geht es weiter mit dem Schuldenpaket? - PolitikGermany· 2025-03-21
Thomas de Maizière is another former federal minister involved in assessing Germany's situation.
Fassungslose Expertenkommission: Der deutsche Staat blockiert sich selbst - KulturGermany· 2025-03-13