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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From Poland with Love. May 2026
Will 5,000 new U.S. troops come to Poland? Plus: €43.7bn for defence, a breakthrough for same-sex couples, and Kraków’s mayor ousted by referendum.
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Money for Reforms? Hungary’s Chance for a Reset with the EU
Hungary signals a shift towards closer EU cooperation after Péter Magyar’s rise. Lifting the Ukraine veto marks change – but frozen EU funds tied to reforms remain the key challenge.
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Hungary’s Political Earthquake: The End of Orbán and the Rise of Magyar
Hungary has voted for change. Orbán’s 16-year rule ends as Péter Magyar wins a landslide—opening a new chapter for democracy, the EU, and Central Europe.
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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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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
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