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News
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Strong sign for free trade from Montevideo, but still too early for champagne corks
The EU-Mercosur agreement creates the largest free trade zone in the world. Billions in benefits beckon, but political hurdles in Europe and South America could still jeopardise the breakthrough.
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One year of Javier Milei's economic policy
Javier Milei became president of Argentina in December 2023 and has been fighting hyperinflation, high levels of poverty and economic grievances ever since. One year later: initial successes, but many challenges.
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Not a walk in the park at Sugarloaf Mountain: G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro
The G20 summit in Rio will be challenging for Brazil's presidency. The heads of state and government of the 20 largest economies are meeting under difficult conditions.
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The Janus face of Javier Milei
Javier Milei has stabilized Argentina's domestic politics, but the country remains isolated in terms of foreign trade. His liberal market agenda is reaching its limits - does he dare to take the decisive step towards opening up?
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A thermometer for the country's future
The Brazilian municipal elections show a shift in the political landscape: the "Centrão" dominates, while the left struggles with challenges and the right takes a more pragmatic stance.
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Global Perspectives on Human Rights in Strasbourg
Sabrina Faraone, who received a scholarship from the Friedrich Naumann Foundation, participated during the months of June and July in the 53rd session of the René Cassin Foundation School in France.
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Blocking X in Brazil: A Threat to Freedom
On August 30, Judge Alexandre de Moraes, of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court, ordered the nationwide suspension of X (formerly Twitter), adding Brazil to the list of countries that have blocked X.
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Change of Government in a Stable Democracy: Yamandú Orsi Becomes the New President of Uruguay
On November 24, the almost 3.5 million inhabitants of Uruguay elected Yamandú Orsi as president of the country in the second round of voting. Uruguay, a beacon of democratic stability in the region, is an impressive special case in view of the increasing polarization at regional and global level.
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A New Europe? Analysis of the 2024 European Parliament Elections
On August 14, Dr. Hans-Dieter Holtzmann and Gustavo Marangoni analyzed the results of the European Parliament elections at the Universidad de Belgrano before more than 120 young people.
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The Power of Networks: How to Build and Use Them
Thaiz Batista, National Executive of the Partido Novo in Brazil, participated in the seminar “The Power of Networking: How to Build and Use Networks” at the International Leadership Academy (IAF) of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation in Gummersbach.
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AMIA Terrorist Attack: Thirty Years of Remembrance and Resilience
The bombing of the Argentine Israelite Mutual Association on July 18, 1994 marked an opaque milestone in the country 's history. This article explores not only the context and consequences of the bombing, but also the persistence of anti-Semitism today, the creation of the Argentine Forum Against Antisemitism, and the events sponsored by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay.
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Safeguarding Freedom in the Digital World
Natalia Olivencia, Director of Fundraising at CESCOS, participated in the seminar "Protecting Freedom in the Digital World" at the International Leadership Academy (IAF) of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom in Gummersbach.
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In a Polarized Brazil, a New Liberal Party Grows Politically
The growth of Partido Novo in Brazil is a significant phenomenon in a country characterized by political polarization. More than 2200 participants from all over the country attended the historic event in São Paulo. Under the slogan of the party convention "A gente respeita o Brasil", Dr. Hans-Dieter Holtzmann gave a speech on the importance of implementing the foundations of liberalism into practice.
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Women Breaking Barriers: The 1st Forum of Women Entrepreneurs in Rosario
For the first time in its history, Fundación Libertad held an event for women, the 1st Forum of Women Entrepreneurs, in cooperation with the Friedrich Naumann Foundation and other institutions. Among the topics addressed were women's leadership, women in the business world, breaking barriers and stereotypes, and the role of NGOs and institutions.
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Building Networks: World Order and Globalization Hub
Marina Kienast, Congresswoman of the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires for Republicanos Unidos (Republicans United), recently participated in the World Order and Globalization seminar in Washington DC and Denver, USA.
