World Federation of Liberalism

Liberal International (LI) is the world federation of liberal and progressive democratic political parties. LI was founded in 1947 to strengthen liberal protection from totalitarianism, facism and communism. It has since become the pre-eminent network for promoting liberalism, individual freedom, human rights, the rule of law, tolerance, equality of opportunity, social justice, free trade and a market economy. This site informs you about social liberalism and classic liberalism, our policies, activities and member parties.

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News

Issue 198

During an official visit to the Balkan region this week, German Foreign Minister and Leader of the FDP (LI Full Member) Guido Westerwelle...

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Liberal Matters

A Liberal Agenda for Europe - Latin America Relations

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Human Rights

200 Years of Common Liberal Identity - A Liberal Agenda for Europe-Latin America Relations

'The nation is obliged, by wise and just laws, to protect the liberty, property and all other legitimate rights, of every individual ...

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Statements

“Liberal parties in [Asia] should create a common political action plan for rule of law and integrity in government,” says LI President Van Baalen

On 30 July, Liberal International President Hans van Baalen MEP attended the inauguration ceremony of President of the Philippines and Le...

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Congress

Cairo 2009

The 56th Congress of the Liberal International was held in Cairo, Egypt. Hosted by LI member party the Democratic Front Party (DFP), the ...

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Executive

Cape Town 2010

The 185th Liberal International Executive Committee will take place 13-14 November 2010 in Cape Town, South Africa, hosted by LI Full Mem...

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