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.
On 11 March 2026, Lebanese activist Lynn Harfoush addressed the UN Security Council on the crisis in Lebanon. In this interview, she discusses reforms and her vision for a sovereign state.
Gendered disinformation is not random hate. It is often intentional, coordinated, and aimed at pushing women out of public debate – harming women individually and damaging democracy as a whole.
Applications for "BAZA - Balkanska Ženska Akademija" 2026 are open from 06-27 February 2026, and we encourage talented liberal women at all stages of their political journey to apply.
The presidential election in Republika Srpska produced a marginal and contested victory for Dodik’s camp. Elections became necessary after a court barred the former President from holding public...
The 2026 conference of “Locweb – The Network of Local Politicians from the Western Balkans” brought together liberal councillors committed to strengthening politics where it matters most: at the local...
Iran is an important partner for China in the Middle East. Despite the war, Beijing is trying to avoid political escalation with the US.
Deutschland und Südafrika vertiefen ihre Zusammenarbeit in der Landwirtschaft. Im Mittelpunkt stehen gemeinsame Maßnahmen zur Bekämpfung der Maul- und Klauenseuche sowie der Ausbau des Handels mit...
Germany and South Africa are deepening agricultural cooperation following a high level visit by Germany’s agriculture minister, with new collaboration to tackle foot-and-mouth disease and strengthen...
Animu A. Risasi Amitai’s story of statelessness is sparking diplomatic engagement ahead of South Sudan’s 2026 elections, showing how personal testimony can drive dialogue on rights and inclusion.
Migration is a big part of Tunisia’s story from families seeking better futures abroad to people passing through Tunisia on their way to Europe. This paper looks at the challenges migrants face and...