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The association of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom with Sri Lanka is nearly five decades old. During the period 1968 to 2013, and upon recommencing its work in 2016 the Foundation's work focuses primarily on the core values of freedom and responsibility. The Foundation's contribution to Sri Lanka's political, socio-economic development over the years is well accepted, recognized and appreciated by legislators, opinion leaders, academics, and civil society actors.
The office of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation in Sri Lanka was closed on 31 March 2025. The office's website will no longer be updated. For further information, please contact the office in Bangkok, Thailand.
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Sri Lanka - EU Relations in the Context of European Election 2024
The relations between the European Union (EU) and Sri Lanka have undergone significant development over time, primarily driven by trade relations and trade concessions. The key objective of this paper is to analyze the impact of the EU election on the current EU-Sri Lanka relations, with a specific focus on how it will influence the future trajectory of these relations, particularly in economic and political aspects.
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Indian Election 2024: Strategic Policies and Bilateral Relations with Sri Lanka
India and Sri Lanka share a rich history spanning over 2,500 years, and their geographical proximity has fostered a sustained and robust relationship. In recent decades, trade and economic engagements have surged, with notable cooperation in development, education, culture, and defense. Both nations, as practicing democracies, maintain a broad understanding on significant national and international issues.
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The Liberal Alchemy: Crafting a World of Freedom
In the serene town of Gummersbach, nestled within the lush greenery of Germany, lies a unique academy that transforms the passionate hearts and inquiring minds of liberal enthusiasts from across the globe. This is not a tale of wizards and wands, but a real-world chronicle of the International Academy for Leadership (IAF), where I, Namini Panditha, founder of the Liberal Youth Movement in Sri Lanka, had the privilege to embark on an extraordinary journey of growth and discovery.
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Taming the Digital Realm: Global Content Moderation Practices
In this in-depth publication on global content moderation practices, we explore the challenges and implications of regulating online platforms. Several authors highlight the importance of considering local socio-political and cultural contexts when enforcing content moderation, while others examine the delicate balance between regulation, digital rights, and freedom of expression.
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Beyond Imagination: AI Art Contest on Liberal Values
In search of talents in AI art incorporating Liberal Values and taking the imagination beyond the mind into the digital world. We call upon all digital art enthusiasts to submit their AI Artwork in line with Liberal Values to win prizes. The Competition is open to all age groups worldwide.
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Tunes of Freedom - Musical Journey for a better and freer world
An initiative that strives to bridge the gap between liberal values and the wider population by engaging both the logical and creative aspects of thinking. By appealing to both the left and right brain hemispheres, it aims to foster a comprehensive understanding and appreciation of liberal ideologies.
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Glimmer of Hope for Sri Lanka's Economy in Q1-2023, but Challenges Remain
The first quarter of 2023 has brought with it a glimmer of hope for Sri Lanka's economy, which has been struggling in recent years. Despite some positive signs, however, it remains unclear whether the country can sustain this momentum and achieve long-term growth.
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Sri Lanka: Sustainability as an advantage and driver for tourism!
Sri Lanka welcomed 2019 more than two Million tourist who visited the island, often called the ‚Pearl in the Indian Ocean‘ providing work and income for 473.000 persons. The income from tourism contributes upto 6 % to the Grand National Product (GDP) of the country. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic all airports were closed for incoming traffic, no tourist could arrive anymore. Tourism collapsed.
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Sri Lanka firms with global links learn to compete better and raise standards
Sri Lanka firms with foreign investment or demanding global customers learns to raise standards and compete while protected firms may be left behind, participants of an online seminar said.
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NATO withdrawal from Afghanistan leaves the region nervous
The imminent withdrawal of American-led Western forces from Afghanistan and the future of the peace process in that country is fraught with uncertainty and threatens advances in the quality of life achieved in the past 20 years, a panel of experts discussing the issue found.
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“Happy” Bhutan threatened by climate change and geopolitics
For decades, the small Kingdom of Bhutan, has carefully controlled its exposure to the more materialistic lifestyles adopted elsewhere in the world. It’s concept of Gross National Happiness (GNH) taking precedence over Gross Domestic Product (GDP), as envisioned by that nation’s 4th King, Jigme Singye Wangchuck has won Bhutan the status of being the only carbon neutral country in the world. It also fares pretty well on the world happiness index.
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South Asian travel trade banking on regional tourism
The coronavirus pandemic has decimated the travel industry in most parts of the world and professionals in the tourist trade in South Asia are hoping regional and domestic tourism will save the day.
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World Press Freedom Day 2021
The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom wanted to find out how journalists in Sri Lanka see their role in 2021 in providing information as a public good. In a panel discussion three representatives of the media discussed with Roel Raymond
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Bankers and Telcos must rethink strategies to help Ecommerce
The COVID-19 pandemic has facilitated lifestyle changes for most globally, and in this new normal, more consumers are turning to e-Commerce to purchase their daily needs.
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South Asia forging ahead towards renewable energy
Land-locked Nepal and the island nation of Sri Lanka are both rich in renewable resources that could be utilised for power generation. And both countries have ambitious plans of increasing their respective installed energy capacities within the next several years by exploiting these renewable energy reserves.
