Baltic States - Vilnius "Freedom Center"
The focus of our work is to strengthen security and defense policy cooperation between the Baltic states and Germany - including all member states of the European Union and NATO in the Baltic Sea region. In connection with the permanent stationing of a German Bundeswehr brigade in Lithuania, the foundation supports networking between civil society, military and politics. A second focus is on fostering exchange on innovation and digital transformation.
The foundation has been active in the Baltic states since Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania regained their independence. Since 2024 with its "Freedom Center" in Vilnius.
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Three years of the Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine: what would peace look like from the Ukrainian perspective?
Three years after Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukraine continues to fight – but what would a fair peace look like? A look at Ukrainian perspectives, security guarantees and the role of the West.
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Europe‘s moment of reckoning
The Munich Security Conference became the scene of a diplomatic ordeal. Controversial US statements called transatlantic unity into question and led to crisis meetings at the highest level.
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“The era of Russian energy manipulations is over”
The Baltic states will finally disconnect from the Russian BRELL electricity ring on 8 February 2025. A historic step towards energy independence and a clear signal against Russian energy manipulation.
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Crunch Time: A Pivotal Moment for Europe’s Defence
Europe faces a historic challenge: geopolitical tensions are mounting, the economic situation remains strained, and political instability is hindering urgently needed defence policy reforms. Russia’s war against Ukraine has served as a wake-up call for the continent, yet steps toward a coherent European security strategy remain hesitant.
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Requests For Proposals
For our projects in 2025, the FNF Baltic States office in Vilnius requires proposals from potential service providers and partners. Please contact us if you want to apply for any of the following.
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Episode 3. The Baltics: Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania - An overview
Baltic nations push for energy independence with offshore wind farms, aiming to boost capacity and cut reliance on Russia. Despite defense and security challenges, innovation and AI are paving the way forward.
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The Baltic Vision: 35 Years of Progress, Unity, and Resilience
From September 13th to 15th, the Prague office of the FNF, in cooperation with the JuLis, held the fourth Eastern European Summit in Tallinn, Estonia. There, young liberals from Central and Eastern Europe elaborated a new position paper.
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The collapse of NATO, the militarised EU and dictator Zelensky. Disinformers would like to capitulate to Russia on behalf of Ukraine
Disinformers are ramping up their attacks on NATO, the EU, and Ukrainian President Zelensky, using a mix of fearmongering and pro-Kremlin narratives to push their agenda. While some gleefully predict NATO’s collapse, others accuse the EU of warmongering for strengthening its defense and supporting Ukraine. Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico continues to parrot Russian-friendly rhetoric, painting Zelensky as the villain behind Europe’s energy crisis. Meanwhile, far-right figures and disinformation actors glorify Putin and Trump as peacemakers while dismissing European security efforts as a conspiracy. Infosecurity.sk’s latest report uncovers these manipulative narratives and their dangerous impact on public discourse.
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From Poland with Love. February
Poland's delicate political balancing act is under the spotlight this February, as it navigates tense transatlantic relations amidst the Russian invasion of Ukraine. President Andrzej Duda’s awkward encounter with Donald Trump and growing opposition to his approach highlight the complexities of maintaining strong ties with the US. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Donald Tusk advocates for Europe's independence from the US, urging a unified European defense strategy. Amid these tensions, Poland continues its staunch support for Ukraine, despite the challenges posed by both domestic and international political pressures.
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From Poland with Love. January
The January edition of From Poland With Love covers the growing list of presidential candidates, as well as new ideological battle brewing within the ruling coalition. This issue explores the latest political developments, including challenges to election integrity. Plus, a look back at the solemn anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.
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Polish EU Council Presidency: A Turning Point for Europe?
Poland's EU Council Presidency marks the start of a decisive phase for Europe. The focus is on security, resilience and border protection. Can Warsaw overcome the challenges and strengthen the EU?
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From Poland with Love. December
The December edition of From Poland with Love delves into critical developments shaping Poland and its role within the European Union. This issue examines the contentious asylum case of a Polish politician in Hungary, the implications of strategic reforms to media ownership in the lead-up to pivotal elections, and the socioeconomic impact of rising inflation exemplified by increasing butter prices. These topics offer a nuanced perspective on Poland's domestic and international challenges in a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape.
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Even the disinformers are consolidating at the end of the year. The opposition and the EU are slandered, while odes to Russia are underscored by Fico's planned visit to Moscow
In the past two weeks in Slovak disinformation enviroment, a large number of posts contained negative sentiment towards the EU. Domestic topics were again dominated by attacks on the mainstream media and denigration of the opposition. And at the end of the year, there was no shortage of narratives glorifying Russia again,
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From Poland with Love. November
Poland is already immersed in the presidential campaign, with elections scheduled for May. The public has been taken aback by revelations concerning the dubious academic degrees conferred by a private university established by PiS. This month, we also present an array of cultural updates.
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[NEW PUBLICATION]: Understanding the Socioeconomic and Environmental Impact of Artificial Intelligence: A Comprehensive Policy Roadmap for the European Union
Our partner from Slovenia, Zavod 14, just released a publication on the socioeconomic and environmental impact of AI. The publication highlights the immense potential of AI to drive innovation and competitiveness within the EU but also emphasizes the need to mitigate risks related to workforce displacement, social inequality, privacy concerns, and the environmental costs associated with AI technologies.
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🚘⚡ New Study Alert! "Charged with Consequence – How Europe Navigates the Risks of Chinese Electric Vehicles" is out now! 🇪🇺🚗🇨🇳 As Europe accelerates its transition to clean mobility, the rapid rise of Chinese EVs is sparking urgent questions: How will this impact Germany’s and Europe's automotive industry? Are we becoming too dependent on Chinese manufacturers? What are the economic, security, and human rights risks? A cooperation project by FNF Europe & CSRI, this study dives deep into these challenges and what they mean for Europe’s future competitiveness. 🔍 “By overproducing and exporting EVs at artificially low prices, China is not only undercutting Germany's and Europe’s automotive industry but also creating a dangerous dependency. We have seen this playbook before, but now the stakes are even higher.” – Katharina Osthoff A big thank you to the author Sam Goodman! 📖 Read the full study here: Link below! #ElectricVehicles #EV #EVs #GreenMobility #CleanTech #SustainableTransport #Europe #EU #EuropeanUnion #EUPolicy #EUGreenDeal #Geopolitics #SupplyChain
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📢 Neustart für die deutsch-französische Beziehung 🇫🇷🇩🇪✨ Frankreichs strategische Vision wird Realität – was Paris seit Jahrzehnten fordert, müssen viele europäische Hauptstädte nun in wenigen Wochen lernen. Mit einer gewissen Genugtuung betont Verteidigungsminister Sébastien Lecornu: Die geopolitische Selbstwahrnehmung Europas verändert sich rapide. 💡 Macrons Strategie: 🔹 Sorbonne-Reden & strategische Autonomie 🔹 Aufrüstung & resilienteres Europa 🔹 Stärkere europäische Souveränität Wird Europa nun wirklich souveräner? 🤔💭 📖 Lesen Sie mehr in unserem neuesten Artikel von Jeanette Süß – Link in bio! 🔗 #Geopolitik #Europa #Frankreich #Deutschland #Macron #Sicherheit #Strategie #Zeitenwende #Neogaullismus #EU
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🚀 Europe needs bold and innovative ideas! Last week, we hosted the third edition of the ELF-FNF Innovation Policy Lab, bringing together 40 experts from across Europe to tackle two major policy areas: 🔹 EU-China relations 🔹 EU Cohesion Policy 💡 These sessions explored how these crucial issues will shape the future of European policy—and what must be done to stay ahead. 📖 The key insights will be published soon- stay tuned! In the meantime, you can check out the first Innovation Policy Lab publication via the link below or grab a physical copy at the offices of @eurliberalforum and FNF Europe. 🎯 Next stop: the fourth edition in September! Follow us for updates on the lab, our expert discussions, and the upcoming publication. #InnovationPolicyLab #FutureOfEurope #EU #PolicyInnovation #OwntheFuture #ReshapeEurope #Innovation
