Friedrich-Naumann-Stiftung für die Freiheit
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The Iranian People Receive the 2026 Freedom Prize
The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom awards its Freedom Prize 2026 to the courageous people of Iran who are fighting for freedom, civil rights and democracy.
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Events
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How autocracies attack democracy—and what can we do about it
Can autocracies out-communicate democracies? A new study from Malaysia shows how Russia and China are shaping public opinion through state media, influencer networks, and disinformation. What can Germany and Europe do about it?
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China’s radar: No one is safe
The detention of a Burmese American scholar in China sends a clear warning that foreign scholars who critically examine China face serious risks when entering the mainland.
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China’s War of Spies: What Europe Must Learn from Taiwan
CCP espionage and influence operations target Taiwan’s democracy. A new FNF report reveals the methods—and the lessons for Europe.
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China’s War of Spies: What Europe Must Learn from Taiwan
CCP espionage and influence operations target Taiwan’s democracy. A new FNF report reveals the methods—and the lessons for Europe.
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Snap Elections in Serbia: Vučić’s Flight Forward
For two years, students in Serbia have been protesting against the autocratic regime of Aleksandar Vučić. He now intends to shift his political future from the presidency to the office of prime minister.
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The Long Shadow of 9/11 for Europe’s Defence
Europe transformed its militaries for conflicts far from home. Twenty-five years after 9/11, the costs of that shift are still being felt.
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Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union: Mobilising Lithuanian citizens for total defense - not only with rifles
The Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union — voluntary civic organisation with a state mandate to prepare people for armed and unarmed resistance, crisis preparedness and societal resilience.
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BRICS – A Challenge to the West?
BRICS is clearly a success story. But does it really pose a challenge to the old, Western-dominated world order? There are good reasons to doubt it. Among the new members of the BRICS club are...
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Germany’s dependence on imports from China is growing
A new FNF analysis shows that, contrary to the objectives of the China Strategy, the share of Chinese imports of key goods has risen.
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Germany’s dependence on imports from China is growing
A new FNF analysis shows that, contrary to the objectives of the China Strategy, the share of Chinese imports of key goods has risen.
