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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CALD@30 2023 Annual Report
30 Years of Impact: See how CALD has championed freedom, democracy, and human rights. Read their 2023 Annual Report now.
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Suicide in South Korea: “My friend, think about it one more time”
South Korea has by far the highest suicide rate among all OECD countries. With new measures, the government aims to save lives. However, a deeply rooted cause for the high number of suicides is challenging to eliminate: the immense societal pressure on individuals.
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Strengthening Democratic Alliances: Building Trust Between Taiwan, the U.S., and Europe.
2024 is a Super Election Year. Strengthening trust among democratic allies will be crucial for upholding the democratic system.
Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom Global Innovation Hub (FNF Global Innovation Hub) and US Taiwan Watch hereby cordially invites you to join our Happy Hour event on Strengthening Democratic Alliances: Building Trust Between Taiwan, the U.S., and Europe.
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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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Examples of Civic Tech Communities-Governments Collaboration Around The World
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Vietnam's East Sea Strategy
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How China is inverting democracy enabling institutions in Southern Africa
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The Issue Is Not Unification, but Forced Unification
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