FNF Europe

Join us for the launch of two important and insightful reports on EU Enlargement: Impact of the Future Enlargement(s) on Czechia, Poland and Central Europe and Having our Cake and Eating it too? European Union and Czechia getting ready for Enlargement. With Pavlína Janebová Research Director, Association for International Affairs (AMO) and Vendula Kazlauskas Project Manager and Research Fellow, Association for International Affairs (AMO).

Rebuilding European liberalism as a dynamic force of inspiration and creativity has never been more urgent. Last weekend, the ALDE Party gathered in Estoril, Portugal, for its annual Congress, a remarkable event that brought together liberal minds and advocates from across the continent. It was an inspiring opportunity for diverse European FNF offices to unite at a shared stand, fostering collaboration and exchanging ideas that push the boundaries of progress. Our engagement went beyond the stand, as we contributed to insightful side sessions on pressing issues, including the transition between the Hungarian and Polish EU presidencies, the geopolitical challenges in the South Caucasus region, as well as the importance of European military cooperation, the future of the Western Balkans, and standing in solidarity with democratic forces in Venezuela. Each session reflected our commitment to addressing complex global challenges through a liberal lens. We extend our sincere gratitude to our colleagues from Central Europe, Friedrich Naumann Foundation Madrid, South Caucasus, Romania and Belgrade for their invaluable contributions. A special thank you to the ALDE Party for their exceptional organization and unwavering support, which made this weekend both inspiring and impactful.

We are thrilled to congratulate MEP Svenja Hahn on her election as the new President of the ALDE Party during the ALDE Party Congress in Estoril, Portugal! Her leadership, vision and dedication will undoubtedly inspire and strengthen the liberal movements across Europe. We look forward to seeing all the incredible impacts she will achieve in this pivotal role!

Join us at this conference which will focus on two topics: In a first panel, we will discuss the road ahead for Ukraine as it seeks to join the EU and NATO. What are particular critical challenges? What potential benefits will a Ukrainian membership have for both EU and NATO? And what kind of security actor will in a time after the war? In a second panel, we will discuss the effects of more than two and a half years of war on the remarkable Ukrainian societal resilience. What are the current resources for this, and are they at risk of eroding over time? How is societal resilience impacted by the reality of kinetic war and hybrid threats? How can wartime resilience be bolstered? And what lessons can we learn from Ukraine`s experiences? REGISTER NOW Kindly register for this event at: https://lnkd.in/eXHkp9AX

🇪🇺 Europäische Liberale im Dialog: Freiheit schützen, Verteidigung stärken! 🕊️ Auf dem #ALDECongress moderierte unser Vorstandsvorsitzender Karl-Heinz Paqué eine hochkarätig besetzte Diskussion zur Frage: „Wie können wir unsere Freiheit schützen und unsere Verteidigung stärken?“. 👥 Auf dem Podium: 🇺🇦 Vadym Halaichuk, 🇳🇱 Kajsa Ollongren, 🇸🇪 Johan Pehrson und 🇪🇺 Dr. Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann. Gemeinsam diskutierten sie, wie Europa fast 1.000 Tage nach der russischen Invasion dafür sorgen kann, dass die Ukraine diesen Angriffskrieg gewinnt. ❗️ Die zentrale Botschaft: Europas Freiheit und Sicherheit sind untrennbar mit der Unterstützung der Ukraine verbunden. 🎥 Die ganze Diskussion könnt ihr auf YouTube sehen: https://lnkd.in/eTA99YYt #Freiheit #Ukraine #EuropäischeSicherheit #Liberal #FNF #StandWithUkraine ALDE Party

On Monday, FNF Europe hosted an event on Franco-German Impusles for the EU’s Strategic Agenda 2024-2029 with MEP Jan-Christoph Oetjen and Alfredo Capusso Policy Advisor to MEP Sandro Gozi. The discussion was moderated by Jeanette Süß. The speakers reflected on the new French government, the new European Commission and its priorities, newly appointed commissioners and portfolios, and the strategic agenda 2024 - 2029 from the German and French perspective. They also talked about the Franco-German relationship and its importance it had in the past, but will also have in the future in Europe. France and Germany, as key players within the EU, bear a special responsibility in shaping this agenda. Their efforts are crucial to fostering prosperity, enhancing competitiveness, and transitioning the EU into a green and digital economy. In France, the European elections have already triggered major domestic political repercussions. President Emmanuel Macron’s call for snap elections has set the stage for a new government. Meanwhile, in Germany, with federal elections looming in autumn 2025, the rise of extremist parties from both the right and left has weakened the government’s position. In the following Q&A session, participants were also mostly interested in the new European Commission, particularly the new and changed portfolios compared to the last Commission. #francogerman #eu #neweuropeancommission

Europe’s future in geopolitics relies on the quality of its partnerships, especially on the African continent. One of the EU’s major new instruments to join forces with partners through investment in the Global South is the EU Global Gateway Initiative, which sends a new geostrategic message: it seeks to provide an alternative to China’s Belt-and-Road Initiative. As we speak, the European Commission is setting itself up to set priorities for new term, 2025-2029. The impact assessment and policy recommen-dations presented in this study intend to help make Global Gateway more geopol-itically powerful. This study provides strategic suggestions on the implementation of the EU Global Gateway and its challenges and prospects for long-term success, incorporating Chinese and African perceptions of its performance so far. A big thank you to the authors Denis Foretia, MD.MPH.MBA, Dr. Jean Cedric Kouam, @Robert Nantchouang, Claus Soong, Abigaël VASSELIER and Gunnar Wiegand. Edited by Nele Fabian. Read the full publication here: https://lnkd.in/ebdUVWHA

Last week we had the great pleasure to discuss the future of EU-UK economic collaboration with Michael Kauch, Wera Hobhouse MP, Brian Mathew MP, David Chadwick MP, Sir Graham Watson and Jeremy Purvis at the Liberal Democrats Autumn Conference 2024 in Brighton. With 72 elected Liberal Democrats in the British Parliament, the window of opportunity for intensified collaboration between the EU and UK has never been so dynamic since Brexit. It has been a pleasure to look ahead together and continue our UK-EU Liberal Dialogue format on exciting new terms. We wish the @Lib Dems a successful start into the new term!

Join us for an insightful event on Franco-German Impulses for the EU’s Strategic Agenda 2024-2029. As the EU faces crucial challenges in competitiveness, democratic stability, and its geopolitical role, the cooperation between France and Germany is essential in shaping a united and ambitious European future. With insights from MEPs Jan-Christoph Oetjen and Sandro Gozi, moderated by Jeanette Süß, this event will explore key priorities for the next five years following the European elections. Click below for more information and registration link. #fnfevent

🌍 Europe’s Grand Challenges in 2050: Are We Ready? 🌍 As war, climate change, and economic insecurity reshape our continent, Europe is facing a polycrisis—a time of complex, interconnected challenges. FNF’s Grand Challenges for Europe 2050 Report explores how these issues affect different generations and outlines the path to a sustainable, inclusive, and global future. Download the full report by Josef Lentsch for FNF Europe https://lnkd.in/erSp-F6s #projecteurope2050 #europe2050