Publications

Post-uprising reform politics in South Asia: Comparative study in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Nepal

Call for Proposals

Call for research on post-uprising reforms in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal, exploring civic mobilisation, democratic transitions, and regional reform dynamics.

State Crisis in Paraguay

President Peña Detained Following Banking Scandal, Alliana Sworn In

The collapse of Ueno Bank has plunged Paraguay into a political and economic crisis. Following allegations of serious irregularities and close ties between government officials, banking executives, and regulators, President Santiago Peña was removed from office and detained. His successor, Pedro Alliana, preserves Colorado Party rule, while the influence of former president Horacio Cartes appears to be growing once again. The crisis affects millions of depositors, threatens economic gains, and opens new opportunities for the opposition ahead of the 2028 national elections.

El Niño in Latin America

When the climate becomes a stress test for the state

Latin America is bracing itself for one of the strongest El Niño events in decades, which is expected to peak between October 2026 and spring 2027. The consequences vary from region to region: Mexico, Central America, Venezuela, Colombia and Bolivia face the threat of drought, heatwaves and forest fires, whilst heavy rainfall and flooding are expected along the coast of Ecuador and northern Peru, as well as in the Cono Sur. What the region has in common is that El Niño is set to hit already strained household budgets, weak infrastructure and, in many places, weakened institutions. The reports from the KAS’s overseas offices therefore reveal a common pattern: the extent of the damage is likely to be determined less by the intensity of the weather event than by the states’ ability to take precautions, coordinate efforts and distribute aid transparently. El Niño thus becomes a stress test for water, energy and food security – and, ultimately, for statehood as a whole.

Türkiye on the Road to COP31

From Host to Shaper of International Climate Diplomacy

COP31 in Antalya offers Türkiye an opportunity to further strengthen its role as a significant actor in international climate diplomacy. As host of a conference deliberately positioned as a “COP of Implementation,” Türkiye is placing emphasis on investment, climate finance, and concrete implementation projects rather than the negotiation of new targets. Turkish climate policy closely links climate action with economic development and energy security. Key priorities of the Presidency include electrification, climate finance, the circular economy, and resilient cities. These priorities also create new opportunities for cooperation with Germany and the European Union, particularly in the fields of industrial transformation, sustainable finance, and the green transition.

Buchpräsentation

Bulgarien und der Kommunismus, Band 2

Im Rahmen der zweiten Ausgabe des Festivals „10.11.“, das Expertendiskussionen, Workshops, Theater, Kino, Ausstellungen und historische Führungen über die kommunistische Vergangenheit bietet, fand am 5. November 2026 in Sofia die Präsentation des zweiten Bandes des Buches „Bulgarien und der Kommunismus“ der Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Bulgarien statt. Das Buch kann auf dieser Seite in elektronischer Form in Bulgarisch gelesen werden. Das Festival verweist auf den 10. November 1989 – das Datum, welches den Beginn der demokratischen Umgestaltungen in Bulgarien markiert. Es ist eine Einladung, sich zu erinnern, Fragen zu stellen, um besser zu verstehen, wie das Erbe und die Spuren des Kommunismus weiterhin in der Gegenwart präsent sind. Es wird von der Stiftung „Sofia Plattform“ und der Neuen Bulgarischen Universität in Partnerschaft mit einer Reihe von Organisationen und Institutionen organisiert, darunter das Goethe-Institut Bulgarien, FASADA, das Bulgarische Spenderforum, die Stiftung „Amerika für Bulgarien“, die Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Bulgarien und die Buchhandlung „Mahala“.

Empresas que forman futuro: Costa Rica reconoce su compromiso con la Educación Dual

Organiza: Comisión Asesora y Promotora de la Educación y Formación Técnica Profesional Dual, en conjunto con la Fundación Konrad Adenauer (KAS), Oficina Costa Rica–Panamá.

Más de 100 representantes del sector público y empresarial participaron en una jornada que reconoció a las organizaciones que contribuyen a formar talento humano en entornos reales de trabajo.

Local Issues and Youth Priorities in the Zarqa Governorate

Policy paper based on the discussions and input from the “Shape the Political Narrative – From Ideas to Actions” training programme.

From 17 to 19 September, KAS Jordan and the Ministry of Youth held the training programme “Shape the Political Narrative – From Ideas to Actions” to strengthen young people’s capacity in Zarqa to engage in public affairs and develop evidence-based policy recommendations. Through follow-up sessions, participants developed 17 written contributions, which were reviewed for inclusion in the policy paper “Local Issues and Youth Priorities in the Zarqa Governorate”.

The Post-Midterm Power Struggle

How Donald Trump's room to maneuver has changed following the U.S. midterms

For the final two years of his presidency, Donald Trump will, for the first time, face a Congress in which Democrats control both chambers. They will be able to advance their own legislative priorities, exercise greater oversight of the administration, and influence appointments to key positions. Trump, however, retains his veto power and can continue to govern in many areas under existing laws. The extent to which the election results translate into policy changes will depend on where Congress and the White House need to cooperate to advance their respective agendas.

A Just State, A Sustainable Future: Young Voices on the Rule of Law, Democracy, and Social Transformation

Discover the collection of essays from KASSID scholarship recipients, marking the fifth anniversary of the Konrad Adenauer Scholarship for Social and Innovative Development (KASSID)

This collection brings together seven articles by young Thai scholars, offering insights, analyses and policy recommendations on the rule of law, democratic governance, social and economic justice, and governance in times of transition. The publication aims to encourage academic and public dialogue and promote broader participation in building a more just and sustainable society.

Accounts and Finance Assistant

The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung India Office in New Delhi is seeking a reliable, accurate, and motivated Accounts and Finance Assistant.