Dr. Beermann introduced the German political system and explained the relationship between government and citizen to the students, who had been nominated by their professors to participate in the debate. Afterwards Philipp Mißfelder focused on foreign policy issues. He pointed out the common interests of Germany and the Gulf States and emphasized the increasing importance of EU-GCC relations.

The students engaged Mr. Beermann and Mr. Mißfelder in a lively discussion on how to overcome differences between the West and the Arab world.