Manila
The Friedrich Naumann Foundation promotes democracy, human rights, economic freedom, and curbing climate change. In Asia, we have offices in Bangkok, Jakarta, Manila, New Delhi, Seoul, and Taipei. We also work in MalaysiaIn Asia, we have offices in Bangkok, Jakarta, Manila, New Delhi, Seoul, and Taipei. We also work in Malaysia. FNF Philippines focuses on open and digital society, as well as a social market economy. It is also involved in the creation of innovative tools. FNF Philippines team works with local organization partners such as Center for Liberalism and Democracy, Commission on Human Rights of the Philippines, Rappler, Philippine Economic Society, and Impact Leadership. Should you
News
-
Gendered Disinformation: FNF Research series on International Women's Day
Gendered disinformation aims to push women out of politics—through defamation, threats, and harassment. On International Women's Day, the FNF presents calls for action based on country studies.
-
Violence against women leadership
“Women need safer digital space to participate more in public discourse and governance,” a recent study commissioned by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom in the Philippines highlights. “Reinforcing established laws and creating new ones specifically to prevent online violence against them will form safer environments in politics, and most importantly, mitigate the weakening of democratic institutions.”
-
Will ASEAN reform SOE Governance to align with OECD?
ASEAN economies are integrated in trade and investment, yet uneven in governance standards. As Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines are deepening ties with the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), governance standards become an issue.
-
Divided We Fall: ASEAN’s Response to Trump’s Illiberal Trade Agenda
When President Trump’s "Liberation Day" trade policy hit Southeast Asia with tariffs reaching between 32 and 49%, the region’s economic foundation didn't just crack; it splintered. While ASEAN initially projected a rare image of defiance and solidarity, that unity lasted only weeks before the bloc’s two most export-dependent members, Vietnam and Cambodia, were first to break ranks to chase bilateral side deals with Washington.
-
FNF PH and Loveyourself presents: Together in Transition: Commemorating Lives, Love, and Inclusive Solidarity
On November 20, 2025, FNF Philippines (FNF PH) partnered with Love Yourself Inc., an organization dedicated to life coaching and wellness in the Philippines, to host an event titled “Together in Transition: Commemorating Lives, Love, and Inclusive Solidarity.” The program honored beloved members of the trans community who were lost to violence and hate, while also strengthening the call for trans rights. It featured four speakers who discussed key topics on transgender health, the issues the community continues to face, and the steps needed to create safer, more inclusive spaces.
-
Freedom Caravan 2025 Visits Key Cities Across the Philippines
The Freedom Caravan 2025 organized by the Center for Liberalism and Democracy in partnership with Friedrich Naumann Foundation brought discussions on integrity, accountability, and transformative governance to cities across the Philippines.
-
Budget Briefing on Proposed 2026 National Expenditure Program Held in Metro Manila
Lawmakers, government officials, and key stakeholders gathered in Quezon City on August 2025 for a briefing on the proposed 2026 National Expenditure Program. The event aimed to help participants understand how government funds will be allocated for programs, projects, and services in the coming year.
Social Media
-
24
Celebrating the strength and leadership of Filipina women this National Women’s Month. In her International Women’s Day message, our Country Director Dr. Almut Besold highlights this year’s theme “We for Gender Equality and Inclusive Society” and the call to Lead Like the Babaylans by embracing leadership grounded in empathy, courage, and service to the community. Together, we continue working toward a more inclusive society where women participate fully in shaping democracy, governance, and opportunity for all. Happy International Women’s Day and National Women’s Month.
-
0
-
0
Focus
Our Project Director
Most popular
-
Milei’s Reform Agenda Off to a Strong Start in 2026
Argentina -
Corruption and Democracy: A Regional Warning and an Opportunity for Reform in Argentina
Argentina -
VR exhibition “Unbreakable Ukraine” at Café Kyiv Berlin
FNF at Café Kyiv -
EU–Mercosur: Between Geopolitical Urgency and Parliamentary Arithmetic
EU - Mercosur Agreement