Overview: Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung in Asia

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Economy of Tomorrow

Technological advances including automation are changing the future of work in Asia, while rapid urbanization is changing life in cities, and fuelling concerns over affordable housing and transport. FES brings together... More

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Gender Justice

Gender injustice is a pressing issue in Asia. To enhance gender-responsiveness and reinforce social justice from the political to the economic spheres, FES encourages its stakeholders to create their own path toward... More

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Geopolitics of Asia

Asia has traditionally been subject to global and regional power rivalries. In the 21_st century, it will likely be caught in a contest for political dominance, military power and economic influence. More

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Networks for Social Democracy

A fair distribution of power and rights are the foundation for democratic institutions and inclusive political systems to flourish in Asia. We work with progressive, social democratic actors who want to promote just... More

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Social-ecological transformation

Climate change, unsustainable energy production, and pollution undermine social progress in Asia. A social-ecological transformation can bring social progress without destroying the natural basis of our life. FES in Asia... More

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Trade, Labour and Social Dialogue

We promote the inclusion of effective social clauses in trade agreements to ensure that the benefits are widely shared and that fundamental rights at work are respected. FES is also supporting social dialogue, which can... More