Myanmar and Thailand

7.7-Magnitude Earthquake Devastates Myanmar and Thailand, Thousands Feared Trapped

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake shook Myanmar and Thailand, killing over 1,600 people. International aid is on the way, but damaged infrastructure is hampering rescue and supply measures.

Freedom of the Press

Media Environment 2024: The Fight for Trust and Freedom

"Media Voice", with the support of FNF South Caucasus presented its annual study, titled "Media Environment 2024: The Fight for Trust and Freedom," on March 26. The event brought together key representatives from the media, non-governmental organizations, the diplomatic corps, and academia. The presentation was officially opened by Ernst-Peter Fischer, the German Ambassador to Georgia.

Partners

Meeting with PKR: Strengthening Partnership and Commitment towards a Better Democracy in Malaysia

On February 26, 2025, Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF) Malaysia had the pleasure of meeting one of our partners, Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR/KEADILAN) represented by H.E. Fuziah Salleh. In addition to her official position in the government as Deputy Minister for Domestic Trade & Cost of Living, H.E. Fuziah also serves as the Secretary-General of Parti Keadilan Rakyat.

Portugal

Portugal: A Ballot-Proof Democracy?

Portugal's democracy faces new challenges after nine elections since 2020. With snap legislative elections in May, regional elections in Madeira, and local elections later in the year, the political calendar is packed. Amid this turbulence, the Portuguese liberal party, Iniciativa Liberal (IL) is gaining ground as a reform-driven force, promoting stability and economic growth. Can IL's rise prove Portugal's democracy is truly ballot-proof?

PHILIPPINES

Kababaihang Liberal Holds Second General Assembly to Empower Women and Tackle Election Challenges

On March 16, 2025, Kababaihang Liberal (Liberal women) held its second General Assembly at the Gerry Roxas Training Center in Cubao, Quezon City. The event built on discussions from the recent Training of Trainers, shifting the focus to educating voters in preparation for the upcoming elections.

PHILIPPINES

Demokrasya sa Barangay: Kababaihang Liberal’s New Approach to Strengthening Women’s Voices in Communities

In celebration of Women’s Month, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF) Philippines collaborated with Kababaihang Liberal (Liberal women) to launch the Demokrasya sa Barangay (Democracy in the Barangay) initiative. This program, aimed at empowering women in local communities, included a series of events such as a Training of Trainers, Kwentuhan sa Barangay (Conversations in the Barangay) sessions in 10 sites, a General Assembly, and consultations with women community leaders.

Demonstrations in Serbia

The struggle of a society for itself

Experts speak of up to 300,000 participants: the largest demonstration Serbia has ever seen took place in Belgrade on Saturday. It changed: nothing. On the contrary, President Aleksandar Vučić was delighted afterwards about “the end of the colour revolution”.

Korean Peninsula

Global Power Struggles: Implications for the Korean Peninsula

Trump's second term has disrupted global politics. Just like in Europe, there are significant concerns in South Korea that Trump might bypass allies – particularly regarding US policy towards North Korea. FNF Korea and Hanyang University explored in a panel discussion the potential impacts of geopolitical shifts on the Korean Peninsula.

Refugees’ Ramadan Market by Naumann

Celebrate Culture, Creativity & Community!

PHILIPPINES

CLD Voter Education Program Kicks Off with Film Screening and Panel Discussion

On March 1, 2025, the Center for Liberalism and Democracy (CLD), in collaboration with the Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF) Philippines and the Polytechnic University of the Philippines' (PUP) academic organizations, successfully launched #YouthVote2025, CLD’sVote Protection Program at the Tanghalang PUP Theater in Sta. Mesa, Manila.