Western Balkans
For three decades, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom has been active in the countries of the Western Balkans, supporting them on their path to a united Europe. Out of its project office in Belgrade, the foundation coordinates its political and civil society work and consulting in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo and Serbia. Together with domestic partners from politics and civil society, the foundation works specifically on the topics of human and civil rights, digital and open society, democracy and the rule of law, as well as on embracing European values and standards in the framework of the EU integration process.
News
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Albin Kurti’s Pyrrhic victory
Albin Kurti wins, but his power is crumbling. Without an absolute majority, he needs allies - while the opposition strengthens and the USA gets involved. A political tug-of-war begins.
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Parliamentary elections in a young, functioning democracy
On Sunday, Kosovo will elect a new parliament. First-time voters and the diaspora play a crucial role. Meanwhile, the tense relationship with Serbia adds to the suspense.
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Serbia is in turmoil – ongoing mass protests
The protests in Serbia began in November with student demonstrations and are now spreading to all generations. President Vučić is coming under pressure and has already sacrificed his prime minister. Markus Kaiser explains the situation.
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An undisputed Victory for the disputed President
Although there was no doubt about the final winner after the first round of voting, Milanović's success with 74.7% of the vote was still a big surprise.
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Student protests reconcile generations
In Serbia, tens of thousands of people are once again taking to the streets in protest against the autocratic regime of President Aleksandar Vučić, this time the protest is being led by students.
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"Women, Power, Politics" - The fourth season of our short doc series
The fourth season of the human interest series "Women, Power, Politics" portrays three strong women who are committed to standing up against patriarchal social conditions.
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BAZA - A network of women for women
Alumnae from the first two years of the FNF-initiated "BAZA - Balkanska Ženska Akademija" ("Balkan Women's Academy") gathered in Belgrade at the beginning of November to exchange best practices, learn from each other and strengthen their network.