The Bundeskanzleramt or the German Chancellery is therefore both the Chancellor’s office and home in Germany. It resides in Berlin that is the capital city of Germany. But what does the Bundesskanzleramt actually do and why is it relevant to the executive core of the Germany administration? It is time to discuss what it is, how it appeared, and why it is an important tool.

The role of the Bundeskanzleramt:

The Bundeskanzleramt is the name used to refer to the chancellery that serves as the working office of the German government. Its main role is to assist the Chancellor in the discharge of their functions appropriately. The Chancellor is equivalent of the Prime Minister in the federal structure of Germany and needs policy implementation, co-ordination, information and support from the Bundeskanzleramt.

As an executive branch institution, the Bundeskanzleramt is involved in the coordination of government decisions among several federal ministries/ departments. Thereby, it facilitates communication and cooperation between different departments and supports the facilitation of the necessary decisions for putting the Chancellor’s goals into practice.

Bundeskanzleramt-Streitgeschichte

The structural transformation of the Bundeskanzleramt happened in 2001 after the switch of the centre of the German government from Bonn to Berlin after unification of east and western part of the country. The building itself, though, has been around for much longer.

The Chancellery building was grandiose house of the House of Representatives of the Kingdom of Prussia in late XIX century. Starting in the early years, it has been rebuilt and enlarged at times until it became the official home and workplace of the Chancellor.

The building itself represents the modern architecture of Germany and its desire to show that the two Germanies are one; the building is open and supports the democracy movement and is thus an extension of the government.

Importance of the office of the Bundeskanzleramt

Centralized Decision-Making

Situated in the heart of the city, the complex of the Bundeskanzleramt has close proximity to other departments of the Government, ambassadors and international organisations. Such a location allows this bureaucracy to be effective in its decision-making processes and it provides the German government with an opportunity to work with its partners from other nations effectively.

Policy Coordination

A very important role of the Bundeskanzleramt is that of policy-making by monitoring the implementation of federal ministries’ policies. The Chancellery also collaborates with ministries and agencies in order to address its work and the work of the Chancellor systematically. These co-ordinate are requite to enhance the smooth and efficient performance of the government business.

National and International Representation (264).

The Bundeskanzleramt act as the face of Germany locally as well as Internationally. It also provides the setting for major political occurrences and intergovernmental conferences, and revives the country’s strategic role on the world stage. It also receives diplomatic delegations; thus, proving that it plays an important role in diplomatic and political activities.

Conclusion

German Chancellery also known as the Bundeskanzleramt is central towards the proper running of the German government. For it houses the Chancellor as the head of the Executive branch of the Federal Republic of Germany; for it provides policy co-ordination, central policy making, and reflects Germany domestically and internationally. Innovative and historic at the same time, the Bundeskanzleramt is a perfect example of Germany’s dedication to democracy and good management.