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US Capitol
Policy Paper
Dr. Stewart Nixon

Decoding the United States on Tariffs and Trade

With the generous support of FNF Washington, I joined six curious economists from four continents on a weeklong global trade study tour of Washington D.C. and New York City. The tour included a commendable diversity of expert interlocutors with varying perspectives on the United States and its much-changed approach to tariffs and trade under the Trump administration.

Hong Kong
PUBLICATION
Hnin Wint Naing

China’s Repression on German Soil

China’s efforts to silence critics far beyond its borders have become a feature of its global reach. A new study commissioned by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom warns that Germany - home to one of Europe’s largest Chinese diaspora communities and a key target of Beijing’s influence – is encountering a range of tactics used to influence or deter critics. The study encourages Germany to consider strengthening its legal frameworks and to enhance coordination among relevant institutions.

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WESTERN BALKANS

EU Enlargement in the Western Balkans - What's going wrong?

The study critically examines the stagnation of EU enlargement in the Western Balkans, arguing that the process has devolved into a ritualized façade of progress sustained by both the EU and candidate countries.

Die Nationalflagge der Republik Kuba mit der Nationalflagge der Ukraine
Russian War in Ukraine

Cuban Soldiers Fighting for Russia in Ukraine

Cuban mercenaries in Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine reveal a dangerous network of forced recruitment, exploitation, and geopolitical risk for Europe.

Semiconductor industry
PUBLICATION

Building Back Stronger?

This policy paper highlights the vulnerabilities of migrant workers in Malaysia’s electronics industry, where flawed immigration policies and harmful labour practices, such as unfair wages, unsafe conditions, excessive hours, and unethical recruitment, expose them to forced labour. It calls for industry- and society-wide action to address systemic causes through stronger regulations.

Report on Transphobia and Homophobia in Serbia, 2024
SERBIA

Transphobia and Homophobia in Serbia | 2024

Due to the lack of institutional support and data collection, this report remains the only consistent annual source of information on unlawful acts committed against queer individuals in Serbia. It highlights ongoing gaps in legal protection, public policy, and systematic monitoring.

Tunisian Export Markets in a Changing World
Tunisian Trade Opportunities
Arbia Cheref

Tunisian Export Markets in a Changing World: Challenges, Opportunities, and the Road Ahead

Tunisia’s exports remain heavily concentrated in the EU, but new opportunities are emerging in fast-growing global markets. Our latest Policy Brief reveals the data, the challenges, and the strategic steps needed to strengthen Tunisia’s position in the international economy.
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Open Markets
María José Salcedo

Five years driving innovation and entrepreneurship in Mexico

Report by Centraal and the Friedrich Naumann Foundation on the specific challenges faced by diverse entrepreneurs in Mexico. It analyzes barriers for women, the LGBT+ community, and migrants, offering practical recommendations to create an inclusive ecosystem and strengthen their economic development.

Migration Management in Tunisia: Challenges and Opportunities
Migration
Arbia Cheref

Migration Management in Tunisia: Challenges and Opportunities

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 highlights how Tunisia can turn these movements into positive opportunities for growth and connection.

BRICS
BRICS
Angelo Bardini

Brazil Leading BRICS: What to Expect from its Presidency?

Brazil leads BRICS+ with an agenda that reinforces South-South cooperation, promotes multilateralism, and seeks to position itself on key issues such as climate, governance, and sustainable development.

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