New Delhi
Our office in New Delhi oversees programs both in India and neighboring countries and has been in operation since 1990. In India, we work on our four focal areas: market economy, urban governance, digital transformation and human rights. We focus on making cities more liberal for their citizens, harnessing the power of the revolutionary Right to Information Act, ensuring property rights for marginalised communities as well as we support Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Rights in India. We pursue these goals in partnership with policymakers, business leaders, national and international NGOs, universities as well as think tanks.
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India's perspective on the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and the upcoming SCO Summit in Pakistan
As the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) prepares for its upcoming Heads of Government (HoG) meeting in Islamabad on 15th - 16th October, much of the media attention has focused on whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend.
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'Modi wave’ partially ebbs: The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) triumphs in Indian General Elections 2024
The failure of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to win a clear majority (272 out of 543 parliamentary seats) in the Indian General Elections 2024 is a psephological surprise, with most political experts and exit polls having predicted a huge victory.
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Unlocking potential: Key strategies for accelerating SME development in India
With approximately 64 million units (Annual report 2022-23, Ministry of MSME - MoMSME), MSMEs are the backbone of India's market economy. According to the MSME Ministry's 2020-21 report, the sector contributes nearly 33% to India's GDP and 45% to its manufacturing output (December 2023 press release – MoMSME).
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Indian Perspective on the Reconstruction and Rebuilding of Ukraine
The analytical paper aims to delve into various dimensions of India's perspective on the reconstruction and rebuilding of Ukraine, encompassing different facets such as political support, economic partnerships, energy security, and geopolitical considerations. Additionally, it will examine India's diplomatic endeavors in various international forums concerning Ukraine reconstruction efforts.
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Finding Freedom: A Transformative Journey into Liberal Values
In a world where the discourse on democracy, freedom, and tolerance is ever-evolving, it has become increasingly essential for individuals to understand the roots and nuances of liberal values. The online course on 'Finding Freedom', developed by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF) and organized by the Blue Ribbon Movement, emerged as a transformative journey towards a deeper comprehension of these values.
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Workshop on 'Finding Freedom’, 2023
United by their passion for knowledge and a thirst for understanding the essence of freedom, participants, hailing from diverse backgrounds such as students, working professionals, and homemakers, delved into an intensive online course called ‘Finding Freedom’. The course, designed around liberal ideals, laid the groundwork for a profound exploration of the varied dimensions of freedom.
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Labour Markets in Exchange: India and Germany
The Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF), in collaboration with the Consulate General of India (CGI) in Hamburg, is set to organize a session addressing the strategic issues of education, international cooperation, and the German-Indian Migration and Mobility Agreement signed in December 2022.
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