Europe
The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom Europe (FNF Europe) operates offices in Brussels, Prague, Vilnius, Geneva, Sofia, Bucharest, Belgrade, Istanbul, Tbilisi and Kyiv.
By connecting EU experts, civil society, and decision-makers, we aim to foster open dialogue and explore liberal policy solutions to European challenges. In collaboration with our liberal partners, we create engaging formats and campaigns to promote fundamental rights, the rule of law, geopolitics, and geoeconomics. Additionally, we coordinate EU co-funded projects in areas such as the internal market, digitalization, and innovation.
News
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The Stakes in Hungary: The 2026 Parliamentary Election
Hungary’s 2026 parliamentary elections mark a historic turning point. After 16 years in power, Viktor Orbán and his Fidesz party have been decisively voted out of office. The following reflections, written in the days surrounding the election, capture the atmosphere on the ground in Budapest and the political dynamics behind an outcome few would have expected at this scale.
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Hungary's Election Campaign
Opposition candidate Peter Magyar is clearly ahead in all opinion polls. But Prime Minister Orbán still has a few cards up his sleeve: the complex electoral system, and the sympathies of the White House and the Kremlin.
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Cool Patriotism and the Renaissance in Eastern Europe
Why is Eastern Europe leading the fight for democracy? A look at resilience, “cool patriotism,” and the challenges shaping Europe’s future. A deep reflection by Matin Kothé, former Regional Director.
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TikTok-ization of Everything. Apply for FNF Video Bootcamp
Apply by 20 April for FNF’s Video Bootcamp “The TikTok-ization of Everything” (8–12.07, Istanbul). Learn to create short-form content, build on-camera skills, and master smartphone video production.
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War in Ukraine - Oleh Baturin on the Russian Terror
Beaten, interrogated and cut off from the outside world, Oleh Baturin describes how Russian forces turned occupied Kherson into a landscape of fear and repression. Detained without explanation in March 2022, he endured violence, psychological pressure and relentless propaganda designed to break prisoners before any charges were even fabricated. His account offers a stark insight into the system of terror imposed on civilians under Russian occupation.
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Munich Security Conference: 3 Takeaways for Europe’s Future
There was consensus among Europeans in Munich: the international order has changed. Major powers threaten to monopolize power. How must Europe reshape its foreign and defense policy?
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The Dutch Liberal Gamble: D66 and VVD Revitalize Dutch Politics and European Cooperation
A bold minority government puts Dutch liberalism to the test. Can D66 and VVD deliver stability, security, European cooperation without a majority? Read how this could reshape Dutch and EU politics.
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NB‼️ From 1 Feb, FNF Europe has restructured our social media presence 🛑 We will stop maintaining this current channel, now renamed fnfbrussels, while we keep it open. 🆕 You are cordially invited to follow our NEW channel of FNF Europe ➡️ @fnf.europe - the new bigger ONE European region after the merger of 2 regional offices. 🎥 Meet our Innovation Policy Lab Experts! 📊 Demography & Migration: Europe’s defining challenge Meet Helga Pattart-Drexler, Managing Director at NEOS Lab, she shares her views on how Europe can respond to ageing societies, labour shortages, and migration pressures with smart, humane, and future-proof policies. 🌟 Helga joined the European Liberal Forum – Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom Innovation Policy Lab to explore how demographic shifts and migration trends will shape Europe’s next decade. 👀 Stay tuned for our upcoming publications! Co-financed by the European Parliament. #InnovationPolicyLab #Demography #MigrationPolicy #ELF #FriedrichNaumannFoundationForFreedom #FutureOfEurope #PolicyInnovation #Innovation
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NB‼️ From 1 Feb, FNF Europe has restructured our social media presence 🛑 We will stop maintaining this current channel, now renamed fnfbrussels, while we keep it open. 🆕 You are cordially invited to follow our NEW channel of FNF Europe ➡️ FNF East and Southeast Europe (in process of being renamed now) - the new bigger ONE European region after the merger of 2 regional offices. ✨🇪🇺 “We cannot afford to waste women’s talent.” Joanna Burnos (LEADERIS) envisions a Europe where women’s leadership drives economic strength, security, and innovation — supported by real investment, mentoring, quotas, and community change. We rise when women rise. . #Europe2050 #VisionLab #WomenInLeadership #Equality #FNF
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NB‼️ From 1 Feb, FNF Europe has restructured our social media presence 🛑 We will stop maintaining this current channel, now renamed FNF Brussels, while we keep it open. 🆕 You are cordially invited to follow our NEW channel of FNF Europe ➡️ FNF East and Southeast Europe *@fnf.esee (in process of renaming)- the new bigger ONE European region after the merger of 2 regional offices. 🎥 Meet our Innovation Policy Lab Experts! 📊 Demography & Migration: Europe’s defining challenge Meet Jan-Christoph Oetjen, MEP, Renew Europe and President of ELF, he shares his views on how Europe can respond to ageing societies, labour shortages, and migration pressures with smart, humane, and future-proof policies. 🌟 Jan-Christoph joined the European Liberal Forum – Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom Innovation Policy Lab to explore how demographic shifts and migration trends will shape Europe’s next decade. 👀 Stay tuned for our upcoming publications! Co-financed by the European Parliament. . #InnovationPolicyLab #Demography #MigrationPolicy #ELF #FriedrichNaumannFoundationForFreedom #FutureOfEurope #PolicyInnovation #Innovation
