Germany – (Leipzig), 27th March 2026 – With the opening of a new branch at the historic Leipzig Fürstenhof, the Diplomatic World Institute isvsending a clear signal for dialogue, international cooperation, and trustworthy communication in anvincreasingly complex world.
As an independent think tank and international dialogue platform, the Diplomatic World Institute bringsvtogether representatives from politics, business, and culture. It sees itself as an internationally activevbridge between nations, markets, and cultures, creating spaces for solution-oriented exchange on key future topics.
Last Friday, more than 100 invited guests from diplomacy, politics, business, and culture gathered to celebrate the official opening of the new branch. Among them were honorary consuls, government representatives, entrepreneurs, and artists from across Germany, who used the evening for in -depth discussions on current global developments.
“We will once again bring together diplomats and representatives from around the world in Leipzig for discussions,” explained Barbara Dietrich, CEO of Diplomatic World and co-founder of the Diplomatic World Institute. She is considered one of the leading figures in the international diplomatic environment and has been committed for years to global dialogue and exchange between decision-makers.
Leipzig was deliberately chosen as the location, as it has stood for international exchange, trade, and encounters for centuries. The Fürstenhof as a historic venue underlines this aspiration and combines tradition with a new platform for modern diplomatic formats.
Lucille Kristiansen, host of the LUMIÈRE Boutique Hotel and representative of the Diplomatic World Institute in Leipzig and Berlin, emphasized: “At this place, where diplomacy and trade have always been closely linked, we aim to set new impulses and actively promote international dialogue.”
The new branch is intended as a meeting and discussion platform for international stakeholders. Regular discussion formats, events, and interdisciplinary exchange formats are planned, placing personal
dialogue at the center.
In a time of growing global challenges, direct and trustworthy communication is becoming increasingly important. The Leipzig branch of the Diplomatic World Institute aims to make an active contribution and sustainably strengthen exchange between international decision-makers.
“We must find solutions and look ahead,” said Barbara Dietrich.
CEO DIPLOMATIC WORLD
