The Congress that celebrated the 70th Anniversary of Liberal International was a grand display of unity among liberals across the globe in the wake of the rising challenges and offered fresh impetus towards achieving a dominant place on the political scene. Various interactive sessions and open debates led tothe adoption of the key document – the Liberal Manifesto 2017. Through photos and videos, this is how the Congress evolved:
We were reminded of the 70 impressive years of organised liberalism on international stage – growing from a union of dozen members into a global federation of 100 members and partners:
The International Network of Liberal Women celebrated its 20th anniversary with a panel and book promotion:
The team in the Secretariat and the Secretary General Emil Kirjas presented a recap of the last 18 months of intense activities and work of the world Liberal union:
The Calatalan Group of Liberal International “LLibertad i democracia” together with the Catalan Democrat Party PDeCAT hosted a welcome reception addressed by the 129th President of Catalonia:
LI continued to grow, accpting new members from Africa, Europe and Latin America as full and observer members:
Direct discussion with the members on the future of liberalism and promotion of our common universal values:
Had parliamentary style debates on Human Rights matters:
Got reminded of the centuries of peace and stability of Andorra, visiting is parliament – one of the oldest in the world:
With plenty of opportunities for networking and exchanging ideas how to develop strategies for better communication of our messages:
Offering opportunities for groups meetings and regional coordination:
Celebrated the adoption of the Liberal Manifesto 2017 and the 70th anniversary of Liberal International:
And when the delegates were leaving the new Bureau met and decided to work intensly with even greater enthusiasm on the implementation strategy of the Manifesto, having its next session already at the end of June:
