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AI and Human Dignity

What implications does the encyclical Magnifica humanitas have for politics, economy and society?

Artificial intelligence offers significant opportunities, yet it also challenges us to address questions of responsibility, regulation, and the protection of human dignity.

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Le Pen intends to stand as a candidate

The Court of Appeal’s ruling and its political consequences in France

Following the ruling against Marine Le Pen, France’s 2027 presidential race enters a new phase. The RN backs the Le Pen–Bardella duo as polarization deepens.

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Country Report

Djibouti’s geostrategic importance

The Horn of Africa is a focal point of great-power rivalry, with Djibouti at its center as a strategic hub for military bases and global maritime security.

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New Issue of International Reports

Latin America – The Underestimated Partner

Latin America and Europe are regarded as ‘natural partners’. Politically, however, this potential often remains untapped. Why is that – and how can this alliance be strengthened?

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Interview

“Academic anti-Semitism manifests itself in very subtle ways”

Andreas Jacobs is the co-editor of the publisher’s new publication on academic anti-Semitism. In an interview with Jakob Reinhold, he explains the background to the phenomenon.

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Our mission

Nationally and internationally, the Konrad Adenauer Foundation is committed to achieving and maintaining peace, freedom and justice through political education. We promote and preserve free democracy, the social market economy, and the development and consolidation of the value consensus.
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Djibouti’s geostrategic importance

Country profile, external actors and Germany’s role in security policy

Der französische Präsident Emmanuel Macron begrüßt Gérard Larcher. IMAGO / ABACAPRESS

Senate elections in France

The Senate as an anchor of stability during a turbulent presidential election campaign

Stilisierte Karte mit Straßen, Bushaltestellen, Ortsmarkierungen und Sprechblasen als Symbol für aufsuchende politische Bildung und Bürgerdialog. KAS

Building trust, overcoming distance

Outreach civic education in the practice of the Democracy Bus and the Dorfliebe Tour

Die Diskutanten Prof. Dr. Erik Bertram und Prof. Dr. Alena Buyx mit Moderator Dr. Aljoscha Burchardt mit der Vorsitzenden der Adenauer-Stiftung, Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer und dem stellvertretenden Vorsitzenden Hermann Gröhe Leon Füllber

AI and Human Dignity

What implications does the encyclical Magnifica humanitas have for politics, the economy, and society?

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Media library

New Episode of "Auslandsinfo.Spotlight"

Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer on Europe, Ukraine, and Transatlantic Relations

Between Russian aggression and geopolitical change: Europe is seeking answers to new security challenges.

The history podcast of F.A.Z. and the Adenauer Foundation

Andrew Jackson: The first populist in the White House?

This presidency changed the USA permanently: it was an essential stage on the way to full democracy and promoted the emergence of the two-party system.

New Epsiode of "Auslandsinfo.Spotlight"

Nicaragua: Latin America’s Forgotten Crisis

Jan-Michael Simon, chair of the independent UN expert group on human rights in Nicaragua, explains how Nicaragua is gradually evolving into an authoritarian regime.

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Anniversary year 2026

150 years of Konrad Adenauer

Konrad Adenauer: His ideas and achievements continue to shape our world today – and we are celebrating this with a year full of exciting events and activities! Be sure to join us!

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Events

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Adenauer auf der Wolke

Himmlische Karikaturen zum 150. Geburtstag

Jul

2026

Dörzbach

Wenn es darauf ankommt: Wie Staat, Gesellschaft und Führung in Krisenzeiten handlungsfähig bleiben

Im Austausch mit Brigadegeneral Frank Reiland

Aug

2026

Nach der Zäsur! Braucht Europa eine eigene Grand Strategy?

In Kooperation mit der Gesellschaft für Sicherheitspolitik Sektion Oldenburg e. V.

Aug

2026

Erfurt

Ausstellung "Demokratie, Freiheit, Europa. Konrad Adenauer"

Gemeinsam mit der Stiftung Bundeskanzler-Adenauer-Haus laden wir Sie herzlich zum Besuch der Ausstellung im Thüringer Landtag ein. Die Ausstellung wird präsentiert vom 18. August - ...

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Vocational Training Scholarship Program

The application deadline has been extended until 31 July 2026.

For the Vocational Training Scholarship Program, we seek people who are passionate about their apprenticeship and eager to contribute socially and politically.

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