South Asia
The Foundation was established in Germany in 1958. It aims to promote the goal of making the principle of freedom valid for the dignity of all people and in all areas of society, both in Germany and abroad. The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom works in over 65 countries worldwide. In South Asia we have offices in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. Additionally we work with partners in Nepal. We promote civic education, trainings and the exchange of ideas in the region in four focal areas. These are economic freedom, human rights, urban governance and digital transformation. In addition to the country projects, the Foundation supports regional programs.
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Rivers As Lifeline for South Asia
On 15 March 2023, a regional conference on Rivers as Lifeline for South Asia is going to be organized at the Hotel Himalaya, Kathmandu by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF), in collaboration with the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Kathmandu, Samriddhi Foundation and the German Nepal-Friendship Association.
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Research Consultant
In order to promote cooperation and understanding between South Asia and the European Countries on LGBTQIA+ community, the FNF aims to write an overview paper.
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Knowledge Partner for the organization of a Hackathon
In an effort to develop ideas to strengthen cooperation and understanding between countries in South Asia and the European Union specifically in the area of LGBTQ rights and issues, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) is looking for a consultant to organize a hackathon.
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Developing Shared Prosperity and Security in the Bay of Bengal
The Bay of Bengal connects seven countries and enables 20 percent of world trade, making it an important leg of connectivity, prosperity and opportunity through trade and investment.
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The 'Unintended' Consequences of the Ukraine Crisis for South Asia
The invasion of Ukraine by Russia has undermined the values of sovereignty and freedom enshrined in the United Nations Charter, in addition to threatening the peace, stability and the viability of the international liberal economy.
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Overview and Transformation of Education in Bhutan
“More than a hundred years later, we find ourselves on the cusp of a new century again and in need of a new vision to prepare for what lies ahead. Unlike the past century, this one is qualitatively and quantitatively different. It is defined by the accelerated rate of change in all aspects of our lives because of rapid technological advancements and globalisation. The future will be more wired and digital, driven by sophisticated technologies in towns and villages alike, as well as in homes and in workplaces. “ – the King of Bhutan
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Ramifications of the Tax Bill of Bhutan 2022
The pandemic years ushered a transformation never seen before in Bhutan, with massive changes in every sector. Bhutan graduates from the LDC in 2023, which will inadvertently place scrutiny on the capacity of its civil services and private and corporate sectors; it’s purely its ability to succeed in the face of such changes that will determine the fortunes of its people.
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The War in Ukraine and its Impact: The Maldives Perspective
The impact of Russia's war on Ukraine is being felt acutely across several countries, particularly in the Maldives because of its strong economic ties with Russia and Ukraine, the conflict having reduced the inflow of tourists from these two nations.
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Impact of War in Ukraine: Perspective from Bhutan
The war has impacted countries around the globe and Bhutan is no exception. Bhutan’s ambassador to the UN, Ms. Dolma Tshering, speaking at the emergency meeting of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), stated that the impact of the war could be felt by the small Himalayan nation some thousands of miles away from Ukraine (South Asian Monitor, 2022).
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Impact of the War in Ukraine: Afghanistan’s perspective
The shock waves of the Ukraine war have impacted energy and grain markets worldwide, including countries like Afghanistan. According to World Food Programme (WFP) reports, the prices of basic commodities such as grains, cooking oils, and fuel began to rise in February 2022. While they picked up in June of the same year, they declined in its second half.
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The war in Ukraine: Impact on Pakistan’s energy security
Pakistan has long dealt with energy-insecurity, a state of affairs exacerbated by the disastrous economic effects of the pandemic, floods and war in Ukraine. While some experts warned Pakistan that its energy dependence was untenable, there were others who believed such concerns were overblown thanks to the abundance and low cost of Liquefied Natural Gas. The war in Ukraine has proven the latter group wrong.
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Russian offensive and impression in South Asia: Perspective from Nepal
The Russian invasion of Ukraine led to crises of widely diverging natures in Europe and around the world. Prime amongst these was the re-evaluation of nations’ political principles. The shortages of absolute essentials revealed the challenges the global system of supply faces, the resultant inflation placing hurdles for governments in various spheres.
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The Politics of location and the question of national interest: The war in Ukraine and Bangladesh’s choices
As the world faces a crisis of this magnitude, the West is now paying attention to the strategic choices of the rest of the world, particularly those of emerging voices. Bangladesh, in this context, emerges as a country whose choices must be laid out clearly.
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Impact of war in Ukraine on Sri Lanka
Since the war began in Ukraine in February 2022, it has triggered a cascade of global issues. The ripple effects of the war in Ukraine are widespread, and it threatens many sectors of the world's economy, leading to high inflation and market instabilities. As a developing country, Sri Lanka is vulnerable to disruption in supply chains, high food inflation and other socio-economic catastrophes triggered by the situation.
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Impact of the War in Ukraine: An Indian Perspective
The Indian response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine was determined by domestic economic considerations and higher strategic priorities, specifically its concerns about a more assertive and powerful China. India carefully maintained its declining relationship with Russia and took a neutral position regarding the Ukraine conflict, as the primary strategic benefits of its relationship with Russia were to keep Moscow neutral when New Delhi and Beijing clashed and an inexpensive military supply chain.
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Don't miss out on our upcoming event where we will be discussing the future of rivers and the impact of climate change on our water resources. Register now to secure your spot and learn more about the importance of protecting our precious waterways. Let's come together and make a difference. See you there! German Embassy Kathmandu Deutsch-Nepalische Gesellschaft e.V. Samriddhi Foundation Register here: https://fnfsouthasia.typeform.com/riveraslifeline #riversaslifeline #SaveOurRivers #ClimateChangeImpact #WaterResources #ProtectOurEcosystems #RegisterNow
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Today, on #InternationalWomensDay, let's all #EmbraceEquity and work towards creating a world where women are empowered and have equal opportunities to thrive. Let's celebrate the achievements of women and pledge to keep fighting for gender equality in all aspects of life. #IWD2023
