24 September 2019

The First Minister visited Berlin to build links with the German government and discuss with business leaders how economic ties between Scotland and Germany can be strengthened. She underlined that the European Union’s role in promoting economic prosperity, democracy and human rights has benefitted Scotland.

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said:

Scotland is an outward-looking European nation with a strong relationship with Germany and we are committed to further developing cultural, economic and political links. Scotland is open and it is vital that message is heard across the European Union.

Our desire for continued EU membership is about far more than self-interest. The EU’s fundamental values are ones we cherish – freedom, democracy, the rule of law, equality, and respect for human dignity and human rights.

Scotland clearly benefits from EU membership. It is good for our businesses, our universities, and our people – who have the freedom to study, live and work across the continent. Scotland has also been enriched by the many EU citizens who have done us the honour of making Scotland their home.”

The First Minister met German Minister of State for Europe, Michael Roth, held a breakfast meeting with the German Council on Foreign Relations and met the Association of German Chambers of Commerce.

Today @NicolaSturgeon had a series of meetings in Berlin to build diplomatic links with the German government and discuss with business leaders how economic ties between Scotland and Germany can be strengthened. pic.twitter.com/KTA7p9UGYe

— First Minister (@ScotGovFM) September 18, 2019

The First Minister @NicolaSturgeon is in Berlin for talks with the German government @GermanyDiplo @MiRo_SPD and business leaders @dgapev @DIHK_News on how economic and diplomatic ties between Scotland and Germany can be strengthened. pic.twitter.com/qQ9RsDrevf

— First Minister (@ScotGovFM) September 18, 2019