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Argentina's reform course as inspiration for new momentum in Germany
Argentina's reform course under President Milei shows how courage to embrace freedom and structural change can create stability and growth – an inspiring signal for Germany's reform debate as well.
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Milei triumphs in Congress elections in Argentina – Clear mandate for further reforms
Javier Milei celebrates a clear election victory in Argentina. His reform party secures a blocking minority in Congress – a strong signal for stability, investment and political progress.
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Fateful election in Argentina: Javier Milei fights for power, reform agenda and political future
Argentina faces a decisive moment: Sunday's congressional elections will determine Javier Milei's reform agenda, political stability and the future of the Argentine economy.
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Two years after October 7: Silence in the Face of Violence and the Debt owed to Women
Two years after Hamas' terrorist attack on Israel, we remember the victims and denounce the silence surrounding the crimes committed against women. From a liberal perspective, a commitment to truth and freedom requires that we not remain silent in the face of terrorism or relativize human dignity.
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Argentina: A Timely Lesson for Milei?
Milei suffers a clear defeat in Buenos Aires, but the October congressional elections remain decisive. Economic data is excellent, but corruption scandals jeopardize the credibility and direction of reforms.
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Brazilian Elections 2026: Between the euphoria of international summits and new challenges
In a polarized Brazil where presidencies alternate between ideologically opposed political blocs, the country must face domestic and international new challenges.
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Liberalism & Youth in Partido NOVO’s National Meeting
Partido NOVO’s National Meeting in São Paulo highlighted liberalism, youth and Romeu Zema’s candidacy for Presidency of Brazil in 2026, fostering international cooperation.
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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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Global Perspectives on Human Rights in Strasbourg
Sabrina Faraone, who received a scholarship from the Friedrich Naumann Foundation, participated during the months of June and July in the 53rd session of the René Cassin Foundation School in France.
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Blocking X in Brazil: A Threat to Freedom
On August 30, Judge Alexandre de Moraes, of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court, ordered the nationwide suspension of X (formerly Twitter), adding Brazil to the list of countries that have blocked X.
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A New Europe? Analysis of the 2024 European Parliament Elections
On August 14, Dr. Hans-Dieter Holtzmann and Gustavo Marangoni analyzed the results of the European Parliament elections at the Universidad de Belgrano before more than 120 young people.
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The Power of Networks: How to Build and Use Them
Thaiz Batista, National Executive of the Partido Novo in Brazil, participated in the seminar “The Power of Networking: How to Build and Use Networks” at the International Leadership Academy (IAF) of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation in Gummersbach.
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AMIA Terrorist Attack: Thirty Years of Remembrance and Resilience
The bombing of the Argentine Israelite Mutual Association on July 18, 1994 marked an opaque milestone in the country 's history. This article explores not only the context and consequences of the bombing, but also the persistence of anti-Semitism today, the creation of the Argentine Forum Against Antisemitism, and the events sponsored by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay.
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Safeguarding Freedom in the Digital World
Natalia Olivencia, Director of Fundraising at CESCOS, participated in the seminar "Protecting Freedom in the Digital World" at the International Leadership Academy (IAF) of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom in Gummersbach.
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In a Polarized Brazil, a New Liberal Party Grows Politically
The growth of Partido Novo in Brazil is a significant phenomenon in a country characterized by political polarization. More than 2200 participants from all over the country attended the historic event in São Paulo. Under the slogan of the party convention "A gente respeita o Brasil", Dr. Hans-Dieter Holtzmann gave a speech on the importance of implementing the foundations of liberalism into practice.
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