The expertise hubs enrich the international profile of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom. They enable joint work across regions through their focus on globally relevant policy issues. These include questions of international financial and economic policy, digital policy, security, development and human rights policy.
We are Active in over 60 Countries: The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom is committed to working with all its strength for a liberal world. Our core concern is the realization of freedom and responsibility. We promote the development of democratic, market-based and constitutional structures so that more and more people can live in a liberal, democratic society.
Through the connection of EU experts, civil society, and decision makers we seek to foster open dialogue and discuss liberal policy solutions to European challenges. Together with our liberal partners, we develop formats and campaigns to promote rule of law, free markets and human rights. Moreover, we coordinate EU co-funded projects in the field of democracy support, development cooperation and human rights protection.
Through our seven offices in the MENA Region, we actively promote the political debate to support innovative liberal approaches and solutions. Our projects are liberal platforms on which the Foundation's partners from the Gulf to the Levant and the entire southern side of the Mediterranean can provide creative impulses and discuss geopolitical issues.
From our seven offices in Sub-Saharan Africa, we focus on promoting political networking. We are committed to strengthening liberalism and promoting human rights, the rule of law and the social market economy.
In North America, our focus is on the transatlantic partnership, which we see as a supporting pillar for the security and stability of Western democracies. We encourage the political debate and develop innovative liberal approaches. In Latin America we work to promote strong democratic institutions, respect for human rights and rule of law as well as promoting liberal dialogue throughout the region.
With its offices in Asia, the foundation supports programs to strengthen democratic processes, particularly free and fair elections, and transparent and accountable governance. The Foundation in the region also showcases innovation as a tool to encourage civic participation that further promotes freedom.
The Arab Liberal Network (AHLN) convened its 11th Executive Committee Meeting and 6th General Assembly on 19–20 September in Amman, Jordan.
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Am 14. Mai 2025 einigten sich die Republik der Philippinen und die Bundesrepublik Deutschland auf eine Verteidigungskooperation zwecks Stärkung der bilateralen Beziehungen. Die Vereinbarung wurde vom...
Democracy will not survive when 9 out of 10 Filipino children can’t read properly. In the Philippines, this is not just a rhetorical statement. A 2022 World Bank report found that 91% of 10-year-olds...
Johan Norberg joins Arpita Nepal and Rainer Heufers to discuss his book Peak Human. They explore why openness, trade, and institutions shaped golden ages—and what that means for today’s world.
TICTeC 2025 brought together 212 experts and advocates of pro-democracy technology. They showcased their incredible digital initiatives and digital projects for democracy and shared their perspectives...
Lebanese youth explored Berlin’s parliament, history, and culture in a visiting program, gaining insights into democracy, transparency, and youth leadership.
For more than a decade, Orbán has been rewriting Hungary’s electoral laws and with every new measure, the opposition’s room to maneuver shrinks. This article examines the changes he has made and how...