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In 2004, the Central European and Baltic countries joined the European Union as new members. The Prague office seeks to strengthen liberal forces, both political and intellectual, in the region. Our project office particularly supports the 4liberty.eu network, which serves as a centre of competence and a platform for dialogue.
News
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European efforts to help Ukraine in war are becoming the main target of pro-Kremlin propaganda in Slovakia
In Slovakia, pro-Kremlin propaganda is trying to discredit the joint actions of the European Union and its allies. False narratives are being spread about sanctions on Russia. Various disinformation actors are trying to give the impression that sanctions only serve US interests and are self-destructive for Europe.
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Model Country Estonia
Estonia has witnessed several changes of government in the last few years. In July 18, there has been another one. However, Estonia's success story as the most economically and technologically developed country in transition has not stopped yet. The previous Prime Minister, Kaja Kallas, has now retaken his position as the new Prime Minister, thus ensuring that his country manages well under transition. Kallas is leader of the Reform Party - one of the few liberal parties that has managed to combine a crystal-clear liberal profile with the status of a people's party.
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The Anti-Gender and Anti-LGBTQI Mobilisation in Hungary and Poland
In recent years anti-gender and anti-LGBTQI mobilisation has intensified spectacularly in both Hungary and Poland. The topic has become one of the main elements of the politics of the Hungarian and Polish governments and governing parties, and one of the main tools of gaining and keeping political power. Besides the visible similarities, some differences can also be observed between the two countries.
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Boris Johnson's resignation is the beginning of the Western collapse, Slovak disinformation actors claim
Boris Johnson's resignation has stimulated pro-Kremlin propagandists in Slovakia. They are trying to create the impression that this results from the failure of Western action against Russia. Among the disinformation, the subject of the coronavirus has grown in importance once again. Meanwhile, disinformators continue to spread false narratives about the war in Ukraine.
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From Poland With Love – June
From the completed construction of the wall on the border with Belarus, over the German-Polish relations from the perspective of the outgoing Germany’s ambassador to Poland, to the joint Warsaw & Kyiv Pride: In his monthly newsletter, our guest contributor Dr. Milosz Hodun gives us updates about current news, events and all other things you need to know about Poland.
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Pro-Kremlin disinformers in Slovakia are using Western sanctions to paint the picture of a strong Russia
Sanctions against Russia have become the primary topic of disinformation spread in Slovakia. Oversimplification and appeal to strong emotions accompany the whole debate. Even though disinformers often use factual information, they misinterpret them and parrot Kremlin propaganda. They try to undermine the actions of the European Union and call Slovak partners and allies’ intentions into question.
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Disinformers in Slovakia are trying to downplay Russian activities in Ukraine by discrediting the US and NATO
In the last two weeks, disinformers in Slovakia have focused on discrediting its allies - whether the US or NATO as a whole. They are trying to downplay Russian crimes in Ukraine by incorrectly comparing them to the NATO bombing of Kosovo. Recently, even absurd conspiracy theories have been on the rise - whether on health-related topics or on the European Parliament's recent vote on banning fossil-fuel cars.
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Slovakia's Perspective on The Three-Seas-Initiative
Due to its geographical location, Slovakia’s membership in the Three-Seas-Initiative is of the utmost importance in keeping the initiative successful. However, Slovakia's perspective on the initiative is not always clear. While Slovakia identifies some potential in the Three-Seas-Initiative and would highly approve of the development of regional communication and infrastructure, the country is skeptical about the project’s political undertone and Poland’s dominant role.
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The Future of Democracy: Strengthening Liberal Values, Institutions and Procedures at Global, European, Regional and National Levels
The world what we live in is permanently changing, whether it is due to the pandemic, Russian war in Ukraine, climate change or changing political environment regarding rule of law. A recent publication by the Hungarian Europe Society examines future of Europe, which is shaped by these processes.
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From Poland With Love – May
From the Russia’s invasion on Ukraine from the Polish perspective, over a new cooperation of all democratic opposition parties to grant more funding and autonomy to local governments to the lowest ever Polish position in the World Press Freedom Index: In his monthly newsletter, our guest contributor Dr. Milosz Hodun gives us updates about current news, events and all other things you need to know about Poland.
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Job Vacancy: Project Manager Central Europe and the Baltic States
As of 1st September 2022, the position of a Project Manager for Central Europe and the Baltic States at the Prague office will be filled full-time (40 hours/week) at least until the end of 1st September 2023 (with a potential extension).
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Disinformation Actors in Slovakia Are Blaming the West for the Food Crisis, While Monkeypox Outbreak Gives Rise to New Conspiracy Theories
Much like with COVID-19, the spread of monkeypox leads to new conspiracy theories. Some say monkeypox is a new crisis invented by global elites. Meanwhile, pro-Kremlin actors blame the West for the food crisis caused by the Russian war in Ukraine. Slovak opposition politicians abuse current world issues to gain some points in domestic politics.
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Attacks on President Zelensky are dominating the disinformation narratives in Slovakia
The war in Ukraine is still the main topic of disinformation spreading in Slovakia. In recent weeks, we have seen an increase in attacks on Ukrainian President Zelenskyi. Pro-Kremlin disinformers are trying to discredit him, for example, through alleged drug addiction. Meanwhile, Slovak opposition parties are blaming President Zelenskyi for the gas crisis caused by the Russian occupiers.
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From Poland With Love – April
From the Russia’s invasion on Ukraine from the Polish perspective, over the sharpest decline in democracy over five years across 29 countries to PiS taking over the museums in the country: In his monthly newsletter, our guest contributor Dr. Milosz Hodun gives us updates about current news, events and all other things you need to know about Poland.
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PUBLICATION: Poems of Liberty
The number of wars and armed conflicts are declining throughout the world; at least this was the trend up until now. War is yet again ravaging Europe: The streets of Ukraine,that once looked vibrant like any other in Europe are now derelict and devastated. This edition of Poems of Liberty seeks to explore the complex field of war and peace that we are witnessing in Europe today.
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Head over tonight at 7pm (CEST) to our instagram account @fnf_eu for a live Q&A session with Joanna Burnos to talk about why we need more women in politics. This is also your chance to meet her and ask her anything you are curious about. Joanna is lecturer, motivational speaker, founder of Leaderis Institute (training women to become confident leaders) and advisory board member of the The Alliance Of Her. #womenleaders #leadershipcoaching #womeninpolitics #FemaleForwardInternational
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The biweekly newsletter from our Prague office and Infosecurity.sk presents an overview of disinformation trends that have been on the rise in information space in the past two weeks. Click here to learn more: https://www.freiheit.org/central-europe-and-baltic-states/european-efforts-help-ukraine-war-are-becoming-main-target-pro #disinformation #prokremlin #fakenews #warinukraine
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Ever heard of the three-seas-initiative? One of the aims of this initiative of 12 countries including Ukraine as participating partner since June 2022 is to decrease dependency on Russian energy. Today we look at Slovakias stance towards this initiative. Are they afraid of being a part of an organization, which is in rivalry with the EU? Or do they support the initiative because of its efforts to support the regional infrastructure? Valerie Kornis interviews Tomas Strazay for answers: https://www.freiheit.org/central-europe-and-baltic-states/slovakias-perspective-three-seas-initiative International Visegrad Fund #ThreeSeasInitiative #geopolitics #visegrad
