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The Friedrich Naumann Foundation promotes democracy, human rights, economic freedom, and curbing climate change. 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 have questions or suggestions about our work, please contact us. You can also meet our team here.
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Marcos dynasty returns
According to initial counts, Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr, son of former dictator Ferdinand Marcos Sr, has won the Philippine presidential election with over 50 percent of the vote. Under "Bongbong," the rule of law and freedom of the press in the Philippines will be further undermined, analyzes Rebecca Zistel, Philippine expert of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom.
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Personality beats the political program
In a few days more than 67 million registered Filipino voters will decide on a new government: the constitution of the country prohibits a president to be re-elected. Therefore current Head of State Rodrigo Duterte, whose infamous so-called “War on Drugs” is meanwhile investigated by the International Criminal Court in The Hague, will no longer reign the country. Will the Philippines finally head into a brighter future or could matters get worse?
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Leni Robredo: A symbol of hope
A “pink wave” mirroring the color of the presidential candidate has swept of the Philippines since the country’s current Vice President and chairman of the Liberal Party Leni Robredo announced her candidacy for president. As the Philippines approaches the presidential election on May 9th, and Robredo’s campaign continue to gain momentum, who is the person behind this movement?
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Creating Local Policy Roadmaps for Smart Solid Waste Management
Resource management, including waste management, is a key smart city area for Philippine cities. Through smart solid waste management (SSWM) – leveraging technology to solve solid waste management problems – decisions can be driven by data. The study created roadmaps for two LGU cases for smart solid waste management: the City of Oroquieta and the Municipality of Arteche.
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Call for Partnerships: Innovate towards Smarter Mobility for Freedom!
An open call for research papers, projects, and campaigns highlighting ways on how the transport sector could be improved and how it could contribute to the reduction of carbon emissions and economic freedom.
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Job Vacancy: Finance Assistant | Manila, Philippines
The FNF Manila Office is expanding its team and is looking for a Finance Assistant. Do you fit the profile? If you do, we’d love to hear from you!
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Bikenomics: Assessing the Value of Cycling in the Philippines
Cycling has been on the rise in the Philippines, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. What Filipinos used to view as just a sport or a toy became a viable and essential means of transport for many, especially for healthcare workers and daily wage-earners who had no other safe and affordable means of transport during the lockdown.
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Build Back Better: Business and Human Rights
“The primary responsibility to respect human rights rests on states,” said Focal Commissioner on Business and Human Rights of the Commission on Human Rights of the Philippines, Commissioner Roberto Cadiz as he discussed the United Nation’s Guiding Principles on BHR.
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Player 175: Freedom Cycle helped me become a law-abiding cyclist
The 1033 participants of Freedom Cycle Virtual Edition better understand their rights as road users, and their personal responsibilities for their own road safety.
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Vibing to the Beat of Freedom
Music is a powerful uplift – a medium to express one’s self, and a means to connect with one another. A universal language that unifies communities, and shapes society. For this reason the Friedrich Naumann Foundation Philippines launched this year’s “Freedom Song” songwriting contest...
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Freedom Vlog Masterclass!
Freedom of movement is a human right. It is about the mobility to travel freely from place to place, to gain livelihood. It is the foundation of a healthy society anchored on a progressive economy. It is one of the keys to the future of smart and sustainable cities.
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FNF Alumni Network Talk About the German Elections 2021
In time of a pandemic, people have found creative ways to get together despite all odds.
We live in a world where everything is accessible to us at the touch of our fingertips. The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom held a virtual alumni gathering last September 24, 2021 to discuss important contemporary events and issues. -
"This is the Nobel Prize for journalism"
"This is for all of us - I'm in shock..." These were the words Maria Ressa used to tearfully comment on her nomination as the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize winner. The nomination as Nobel Peace Prize laureate honors Maria Ressa's tireless and courageous fight for freedom of speech and press freedom, two fundamental prerequisites for democracy and peace.
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Are We There Yet?
She’s done three 200-kilometer ride that each lasted ten hours. She’s conquered Baguio on her bike, cycling at an elevation of up to 8,000 meters. She’s had a few scratches and small bruises, but fortunately, not a serious injury. She’s always ready for another bike challenge, a new adventure.
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Join Freedom Cycle Virtual Edition
FNF Philippines aims to bring the cycling community in one platform where members can discuss environmental sustainability, road sharing safety, and mobility rights that lead to economic freedom. It has always promoted the use of bike to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, to encourage active transport and smart mobility.
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