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How to promote democracy in the Middle East

Dirk Kunze explains why his professional focus was shifted from Egypt to Lebanon.
Dirk Kunze explains why his professional focus was shifted from Egypt to Lebanon. Source: Dirk Kunze

When helping the troubled Middle East back on its feet, many support immediate relief measures such as an increase in food supply or extensive education programs. However, political support is often neglected.


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When helping the troubled Middle East back on its feet, many support immediate relief measures such as an increase in food supply or extensive education programs. However, political support is often neglected.


German organisations such as the Friedrich Naumann Foundation help to promote the idea of democracy, and the human rights attached to it. The new head of the bureau in Beirut Dirk Kunze tells SBS about major challenges ahead.


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