Middle East and North Africa
We are an open Haus for innovation and a global liberal think-tank, with the aim of enhancing the values and goals of freedom worldwide. With our activities and publications, we encourage and support individuals in exercising their right of political participation. Our offices in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) work within the frame of freedom and human rights in their national context. Our office is based in Amman, Jordan. FNF MENA has three main programs that encourage inter-country cooperation: MENA-NET | MENA-EU | MENA-GEOPOL. We advise and motivate relevant stakeholders and shape and promote solutions that are based on enhancing individual freedom and responsibility.
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FNF MENA Urges Diplomacy Amid Rising Middle East Tensions
As tensions escalate across the Middle East, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF MENA) emphasizes the urgent need for diplomacy and restraint.
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Vacancy Announcement: Project Coordinator Jordan
Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) Middle East and North Africa is looking for a “Project Coordinator – Jordan” to join the Jordan team.
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Trade Integration
Disagreements among economists over sound economic policies run very deep, but they all agree on the benefits of free trade. Mainstream economic thinking on freedom of exchange knows no ideological boundaries. Ever since Adam Smith, there has been virtual unanimity among economists that free trade is in the best interest of everyone.
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Refugees as a “Creative Construction”
The view that refugees are a burden to a country’s economy should be revised, not based on humanitarian reasoning, but on purely sound economic principles and analysis. Studies on the contributions of refugees (35.3 million worldwide) to their host countries are refuting the “economic burden” emblem usually tagged upon refugees.
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Entrepreneurship in the Arab World
In the heart of the Arab world lies an untapped potential, a vibrant entrepreneurial spirit deeply rooted in the region's history. From the bustling trade routes of ancient times to today's ambitious start-ups, entrepreneurship has been a driving force of prosperity. Yet, despite this legacy, modern entrepreneurs in the Arab world face significant hurdles that hinder the region's full economic potential.
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German President's Cairo Visit: Round Table Highlights
The German Embassy in Cairo hosted a round table discussion on September 10, 2024, marking the visit of the President of the Federal Republic of Germany, Mr. Frank-Walter Steinmeier. The event brought together representatives from Egyptian civil society, the German political foundations, and key stakeholders.
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Liberal Values & Their Impact on Entrepreneurship & Startups
How do liberal values impact entrepreneurship in the Arab world? Explore how freedom, opportunity, and policy challenges are shaping startups across the MENA region.
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نساء أردنيات من أجل الحرية
على الرغم من التحديات العديدة التي تواجه المرأة الأردنية لتحقيق إمكاناتها وتحقيق أحلامها ، اختارت الكثيرات استخدام حريتهن كأداة لكسر الصور النمطية الاجتماعية والجندرية. في يوم المرأة العالمي ، ندعوك لمقابلة بعض من شركائنا وأصدقائنا القدامى ، والمدافعين عن الحرية ومشاركة قصصهم الملهمة معك.
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الثأثر من الحدود: قصص الحرية والابتكار والتغيير
نظمت مؤسسة فريدريش ناومان للحرية (FNF) يوم الأحد فعالية عامة بعنوان "الثأر من الحدود: قصص الحرية والابتكار والتغيير" في صالة رأس العين - الحظيرة بهدف التغلب على الجدران الخرسانية والافتراضية التي تفصل وتقسيم. المجتمعات على أسس عرقية واجتماعية ودينية.
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الأصوات الأردنية: طقوس رمزية أم مؤشر للتغيير؟
الحملة الانتخابية الأمريكية قد انتهت للتو. في الأردن ، لا يزال على قدم وساق ويكشف في الوقت نفسه عن الاختلافات بين النظامين السياسيين ، وقبل كل شيء ، النظام الاجتماعي. على الرغم من أنه لا يمكنك انتخاب رئيس دولتك في الأردن ، فإن لدى الأردنيين خيارات مختلفة للإدلاء بأصواتهم على المستوى المحلي / الإقليمي وعلى المستوى الوطني.
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الأردن: أزمة للجميع - فرصة للجميع
في جميع أنحاء العالم ، تخوض الحكومات حاليًا معركة مخيفة. أصبحت الحياة مقيدة جسديًا وأكثر افتراضية من أي وقت مضى. أصبح العالم أكثر انقسامًا وأقل ترابطاً.
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"كيف يمكن للصحفيين الانضمام إلى الجهود المبذولة لوقف (الأخبار المضللة)؟"
منذ بداية كوفيد-19 ، عمل الصحفيون على مدار الساعة لتزويد القراء بتقارير شاملة ومحدثة عن الوباء العالمي. ركز جزء كبير من هذه التغطية على حقيقة الأزمة - ما يحدث ، وما يمكن توقعه ، والمبادئ التوجيهية الجديدة الصادرة عن الحكومات. لا يمكن حل أي أزمة بدون معلومات دقيقة وموثوقة. على جميع المستويات ، من الحكومات إلى الأفراد ، يمكن أن تكون القرارات التي نتخذها مسألة حياة أو موت ويجب أن تستند إلى الحقائق والعلم
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التحكم في الضرر فقط بعد كرة الهدم
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Day three of "SHE LEADS: Empowering Women in MENA" is about growth and reflection! Our inspiring group of women entrepreneurs engaged in meaningful discussions, shared key takeaways, and brainstormed exciting new ideas for future workshops. With individual action plans now in place, they're setting goals and ready to take their businesses to the next level! They are ready to lead and innovate!💡#SHELEADS
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Day two of the "SHE LEADS: Empowering Women in MENA" workshop was filled with inspiration and collaboration. The participants, a group of ambitious women entrepreneurs, kicked off the day with a visit to AlHussein Technical University’s tech incubator. Greeted by Dr. Yazan Hijazi, the Director of Innovation, they explored the university’s approach to fostering innovation. Conversations sparked as the women shared their own entrepreneurial journeys, exchanging insights and ideas. Later, at INJAZ, the group connected with Yara Al Sadeq, who introduced them to groundbreaking women-led projects. The energy was electric as stories of innovation, resilience, and ambition flowed, creating a powerful moment of shared experiences. It wasn’t just a visit; it was a day where ideas came to life, fueling their drive to make a difference.
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We are excited to welcome ambitious women entrepreneurs from across the MENA region to our “SHE LEADS” workshop! Together, we are building essential skills, connecting with industry leaders, and empowering participants to elevate their businesses with innovative growth strategies.Stay tuned for more updates on the inspiring journey of these women in the Naumann MENA Academy! #womenempowerment #NaumannMENAAcasemy
