Central Europe
In 2004, the Central European countries joined the European Union as new members. The Prague office seeks to strengthen liberal forces, both political and intellectual, in the region. Our project office particularly supports the 4liberty.eu network, which serves as a centre of competence and a platform for dialogue.
News
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Ungarns politisches Erdbeben: Das Ende Orbáns und der Aufstieg Magyars
Orbán ist abgewählt, Magyar übernimmt. Ungarns Wahl ordnet die politische Landschaft neu und könnte die Rolle des Landes in Europa neu definieren.
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Hungary at a Crossroads: Power, Disinformation, and the Politics of Alignment
Hungary heads into a pivotal 2026 election amid democratic erosion, disinformation, and shifting alliances. The outcome could reshape not only its future but also the unity and security of the EU.
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Between Law and Reality: Reproductive Rights in Hungary
Abortion may remain legal in Hungary by law, access is increasingly shaped by bureaucratic hurdles, political narratives and selective policies.
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100 Days of Babiš: Pressure, Conflict, and Czech Democratic Institutions
In its first 100 days, Babiš’s new government has revealed less of a clear governing vision than a political method. While Czech institutions remain resilient, the broader trajectory is becoming harder to ignore.
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Hungary's Election Campaign
Opposition candidate Peter Magyar is clearly ahead in all opinion polls. But Prime Minister Orbán still has a few cards up his sleeve: the complex electoral system, and the sympathies of the White House and the Kremlin.
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Narrow Victory, Uncertain Future: What Slovenia’s 2026 Elections Mean
Slovenia’s 2026 elections signal a shift toward fragmentation, with weakened liberal dominance, rising new parties, and uncertain coalition prospects shaping the country’s political future.
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From Poland with Love. February
President Nawrocki vetoes key judicial reform, deepening tensions with the government amid wider political disputes, party splits, security concerns, and major economic developments in Poland.
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NB‼️ From 1 Feb, FNF Europe has restructured our social media presence 🛑 We will stop maintaining this current channel, now renamed FNF Brussels, while we keep it open. 🆕 You are cordially invited to follow our NEW channel of FNF Europe ➡️ FNF East and Southeast Europe *@fnf.esee (in process of renaming)- the new bigger ONE European region after the merger of 2 regional offices. 🎥 Meet our Innovation Policy Lab Experts! 📊 Demography & Migration: Europe’s defining challenge Meet Jan-Christoph Oetjen, MEP, Renew Europe and President of ELF, he shares his views on how Europe can respond to ageing societies, labour shortages, and migration pressures with smart, humane, and future-proof policies. 🌟 Jan-Christoph joined the European Liberal Forum – Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom Innovation Policy Lab to explore how demographic shifts and migration trends will shape Europe’s next decade. 👀 Stay tuned for our upcoming publications! Co-financed by the European Parliament. . #InnovationPolicyLab #Demography #MigrationPolicy #ELF #FriedrichNaumannFoundationForFreedom #FutureOfEurope #PolicyInnovation #Innovation
