Southeast and East Asia
The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) promotes democracy, human rights, economic freedom, and curbing climate change. In Southeast and East Asia, we have offices in Bangkok, Hanoi, Jakarta, Manila, Seoul, Taipei, and Yangon. We also work in Malaysia. The FNF regional team works with the Council of Asian Liberals and Democrats, the Working group for an ASEAN Human Rights Mechanism, the Asia Centre, and the ASEAN Prosperity Initiative, which is part of the Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs. Should you have questions or suggestions about our work, please contact us. You can also meet our team here.
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World Press Freedom Day 2024 - Why It Matters and the State of Press Freedom in Asia-Pacific
To celebrate World Press Freedom Day 2024, FNF Thailand partners with CoFact Thailand to bring you a special interview with Reporters Without Borders (RSF). Our interview features experts: Ms. Supinya Klangnarong, Co-Founder of CoFact Thailand, Shataakshi Verma, Project and Development Manager at RSF, and Melina Froidure, Project Assistant at RSF.
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FNF and LeGePe Coordination Meeting on Empowering Communities in Central Java Province
Discover how Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF) Indonesia and the Institute of Empowerment Movement (LeGePe) are joining forces to strengthen democracy, promote good governance, and empower communities in Central Java Province. Uncover their impactful initiatives for 2024, from civic education to economic empowerment, and their inspiring field visits that showcase the power of unity in driving positive change. Read it all here.
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The potential of a game that can transform society.
Talented individuals from Thailand, Myanmar, and Korea participated in the Transformative Game-Based Learning Workshop hosted by FNF Thailand. The participants explored the power of games as a tool for social transformation and learned how to develop innovative game solutions that can make a difference.
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The 6th Episode of Innovation for Democracy Cafe: What Can Governments Do to Sustain Their Collaborations with Civic Tech Communities?
Have you thought about making digital services offered by the government better, more innovative, more participatory, and more inclusive? If yes, register for the 6th episode of Innovation for Democracy Cafe on April 30, 2024, 17:00 to 18:00 GMT+8, via webex
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CPTPP milestone marks nation’s economic integration
Vietnam is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its participation in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership. Prof. Dr. Andreas Stoffers, Country Director at the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom Vietnam, reflects on the multifaceted impact of this landmark agreement on the nation’s economic landscape.
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BRICS enlargement - a "non-event" or a stage victory against the West?
The enlargement of the BRICS group at the beginning of the year to include five new member states raises questions about the political and economic consequences. What do the existing members expect from the expansion? What do the new ones expect? What does BRICS enlargement mean for the West, and what could a liberal response to this look like?
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Hong Kong in the era of national security - Legislation under Article 23
In March 2024, Hong Kong's Legislative Council unanimously passed the "Safeguarding National Security Bill" a new national security legislation under Article 23. This controversial legislation poses the risk of having severe ramifications for the city’s future and will likely lead to further repression of human rights in Hong Kong.
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