Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom has been working in Israel since 1983 and in Palestine since 1994 for the promotion of democracy and liberal principles. Furthermore, the advancement of Israeli Palestinian dialogue and the peace process is one of FNF’s major goals. Despite the many setbacks and frustrated hopes, the foundation regards the achievement of comprehensive peace in the region as a crucial target of its efforts. The priority given to mutual understanding, tolerance and co-existence is symbolized by the fact that years ago, FNF merged its two offices in Israel and Palestine into one joint office on the historical borderline between West and East Jerusalem.