Middle East and North Africa
We are an open house for innovation and a global liberal think tank, dedicated to promoting the values and principles of freedom worldwide. Through our activities and publications, we empower individuals to exercise their right to political participation. Our offices in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) operate within the framework of freedom and human rights, adapting to each country’s unique context. Based in Amman, Jordan, FNF MENA drives three key programs that foster cross-country cooperation: MENA-NET, MENA-EU, and MENA-GEOPOL. We advise, inspire, and engage key stakeholders, developing and advocating solutions that strengthen individual freedom and responsibility.
News
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From Hurmuz to Tunis: How a Distant War Could Shake Tunisia´s Economy
What happens in the Strait of Hormuz may seem far removed from everyday life in Tunisia. Yet a disruption in one of the world’s most strategic energy corridors could drive up fuel prices, increase inflation, strain public finances, and affect the cost of living for millions of Tunisians. As regional tensions raise concerns about global energy markets, this article explores why a conflict thousands of kilometres away could have very real consequences at home and why Tunisia’s energy transition has become an economic necessity rather than simply an environmental choice.
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SheLeads Initiative Hosts High-Level Panel and Training Session on “Empowering Women Entrepreneurs in the Age of AI”
As part of the SheLeads initiative, women entrepreneurs from across MENA came together for a full day of training and discussion on how AI is shaping the future of business and innovation in the region.
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Post Conflict Democracy Building
In a region long defined by volatility, shifting alliances, and protracted conflict, the question of whether genuine democratic systems can emerge in the aftermath of violence remains .....
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Naumann Theater for the Middle East and North Africa
Amman, Jordan – On November 17th, 2023, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom MENA (FNF MENA) proudly announced a groundbreaking collaboration that brings the transformative power of theater...
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Jordan’s Throne Speech Reaches Beyond Borders.
In his annual speech marking the opening of the 20th Jordanian Parliament’s second ordinary session, His Majesty King Abdullah II went beyond calling for domestic reform...
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Transformations in Youth Political Participation in Morocco
Over the past decade, Morocco has witnessed profound transformations in the way young people engage with politics and public life.
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From Centralization to Inclusion:
For more than five decades, Syria’s political and economic trajectory was shaped by a deeply centralized system under the Ba’ath regime.
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Rethinking the Iranian Threat
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Zölle, Macht und Märkte
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AHLN ExCom and 6th Assembly Shape Network’s Future
The Arab Liberal Network (AHLN) convened its 11th Executive Committee Meeting and 6th General Assembly on 19–20 September in Amman, Jordan.
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FNF Arab League Simulation empowers Young Leaders
For the first time in Jordan, the Simulation of the Arab League “MENA LEAGUE” took place in Amman from 9–13 September, bringing together young political activists from across the region.
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MENA League Simulation
Tomorrow, Amman will host the MENA League Simulation, a five-day training workshop and simulation organized by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation.
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Twinning for Change
Sixteen young leaders from six MENA countries met in Tunis to spark regional change at the Twinning for Change workshop by FNF and AHLN.
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THE SYRIAN REFUGEES RETURN
More than a decade after the Syrian conflict triggered one of the largest displacement crises in modern history, the question of refugee return has once again moved to the forefront of global debate.
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König Abdullah II. in Berlin: Hoffnung auf Hilfe für Gaza und die Region
König Abdullah II. reist nach Deutschland, um mit Bundeskanzler Merz über die Zukunft Jordaniens, die humanitäre Lage in Gaza und Europas Verantwortung für Frieden und Stabilität im Nahen Osten zu sprechen.
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البطالة مش حجة... خليك قوي!! Unemployment is no excuse... Be strong!!
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شخصيات بتحكي وجع الناس… وبتكشف قصص الشباب. Characters that reflect people’s struggles… and reveal the stories of youth. الموسيقيون اللي حوّلوا الألم لإيقاع. The musicians who turned pain into rhythm. “في انتظار وظيفة” هو أحد عروض مشروع مسرح ناومن المكان اللي فيه الفن بصير صوت وحكاية. “Waiting for a Job” is one of the performances under the Naumann Theater Project where art becomes a voice and a story. 19/12-Amman Academy Theater at 8:30 PM
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Naumann Theatre is an initiative supported by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation aiming to use theatre as a space to open dialogue about real social issues that young people experience Through this project we work with a group of young people to give them the chance to express themselves through theatrical performances that can deliver a message and create impact Our first theatrical production is Waiting for a Job a play that tackles a topic deeply felt in our society It tells the story of youth searching for opportunities-the dreams that keep getting delayed and the psychological and social pressures that come with limited prospects Our goal isn't just to present an artistic performance Our goal is to spark a real conversation How does unemployment affect young people? What are the solutions? And how can we create a supportive environment and better opportunities for the future? This is Naumann Theatre... a space where we speak, listen, and try to shape a new path through the power of art.
