Friedrich-Naumann-Stiftung für die Freiheit
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Strong sign for free trade from Montevideo, but still too early for champagne corks
The EU-Mercosur agreement creates the largest free trade zone in the world. Billions in benefits beckon, but political hurdles in Europe and South America could still jeopardise the breakthrough.
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Events
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Collapse of the Assad regime in Syria
Bassam Al-Kuwatli, President of the Syrian Liberal Party, talks in an interview about the end of the Assad regime, the challenges facing Syria and the role of Europe in the country's future.
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New Directions in Brussels: From a Geopolitical to an Investment Commission
A new era begins this week in Brussels with the launch of the European Commission. Following the European elections in June and lengthy negotiations, Ursula von der Leyen's team is now starting work.
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Change of Government in a Stable Democracy: Yamandú Orsi Becomes the New President of Uruguay
On November 24, the almost 3.5 million inhabitants of Uruguay elected Yamandú Orsi as president of the country in the second round of voting. Uruguay, a beacon of democratic stability in the region, is an impressive special case in view of the increasing polarization at regional and global level.
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Change of Government in a Stable Democracy: Yamandú Orsi Becomes the New President of Uruguay
On November 24, the almost 3.5 million inhabitants of Uruguay elected Yamandú Orsi as president of the country in the second round of voting. Uruguay, a beacon of democratic stability in the region, is an impressive special case in view of the increasing polarization at regional and global level.
Maduro, Step Aside for Democracy in Venezuela
Despite authoritarian pressure, the Venezuelan people voted overwhelmingly for Edmundo González Urrutia and against the dictator Nicolás Maduro. Yet, Maduro refuses to acknowledge his defeat. Liberal opposition leader María Corina Machado has called for global protests. In Berlin, Karl-Heinz Paqué, Chairman of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation, and Deputy President of the Liberal International, urged the international community in a speech to increase pressure on the authoritarian regime to enable a peaceful transition to democracy.
FNF Celebrates Landmark Anniversary in Jordan
The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF Jordan) marked its 40th anniversary in Jordan, highlighting a four-decade-long partnership dedicated to promoting democratic values, economic empowerment, and civic engagement. The event brought together notable figures from the political, social, and economic sectors to honour this significant milestone.