Nathanael Liminski signs the golden book of the city of Bocholt

The NRW Minister for Federal and European Affairs, International Affairs and Media, Nathanael Liminski was now a guest at the Mariengymnasium Bocholt with Mayor Thomas Kerkhoff. In addition to the entry in the city's Golden Book, there was also a discussion round with the pupils.

On Friday, Nathanael Liminski visited the Mariengymnasium in Bocholt. He is Minister for Federal and European Affairs, International Affairs and Media and Head of the State Chancellery. In the refectory, Liminski took the opportunity to talk to Mayor Thomas Kerkhoff, the headmistress Mrs Sonntag and teachers of the school.

Afterwards, the minister was treated to a small concert by the choir of the Ukrainian pupils who are currently attending the Mariengymnasium. Nathanael Liminski praised the young artists and emphasised that the Ukrainian pupils were welcome in Germany. Europe Direct was also on site with an information stand.

Entry in the Golden Book of the City of Bocholt

A choir of Ukrainian schoolchildren sings for the guests — *© Stadt Bocholt*

A highlight of the morning was the entry into the golden book of the city of Bocholt. Minister Liminski took the time to write a few personal lines in the book in addition to his name. Afterwards, there was a "hail of questions" by the class Q1 with about 90 pupils. Sven Volmering leads the school's Europe course and planned the event with his students.

The pupils participated actively in the discussion on the topic of the war in Ukraine and also on the topic of international affairs. Here, the focus was primarily on the role of China in international politics.

Among other topics, the students were interested in how to become Minister of Europe, what the Minister's opinion is on the planned abolition of internal combustion engines or how difficult it is to coordinate the numerous tasks the Minister is faced with.

Nathanael Liminski then thanked all the organisers for the successful event. This was echoed by Mayor Thomas Kerkhoff and Headmistress Ruth-Maria Sonntag.

About the EUROPE DIRECT Bocholt

The EUROPE DIRECT Bocholt is part of the office of the mayor of the city of Bocholt and is the local contact point for questions and engagement around the European Union. Its task is to provide local citizens with information, advice, help and answers to questions about Europe, to promote involvement and to inform them about current European policy events.