Month: May 2026

The National Liberal Party (NLP) of Kenya advocates for the equal treatment of individuals under the law regardless of social status, race, ethnicity, sex, or gender. They state that there are many aspects of an individual’s life over which governments have no power to regulate.  The party is a member of International Alliance of Libertarian Parties and we spoke with their Secretary General Omondi K’oyoo.

“We must use every single opportunity to resist encroachment on our rights and spread that spirit of resistance”

Can you introduce yourself to our readers, and tell us a bit about your party?

The NLP is the only real, active liberal movement in Kenya and indeed in the broader East African region. We believe in the fundamentals of liberalism in their entirety, specifically freedom of speech, freedom of movement, and economic development that is not delivered “at the other end of the stick.” Our rally cry and core philosophy is “Maendeleo kwa wote” (Progress/Development for All).

“the NLP is championing policies that fiercely protect civil liberties, roll back state surveillance, and guarantee constitutional protections for political expression”

What do you see as the major challenges facing Kenya and what policies is the party championing?

Kenya, like many longstanding and upcoming democracies, is currently facing an uphill challenge marked by a dwindling democratic space and a troubling rise in autocracy. Civil liberties are actively being stripped away. We are witnessing increased state monitoring and surveillance of social media, alongside the trailing of individuals who express dissenting opinions.

This became tragically evident during and after the June 25 “GenZ” resistance against the Finance Bill. The state’s response resulted in kidnappings, illegal detentions, and the deaths of young people, some of whom have never been found, alive or dead. In the face of this oppressive environment, the NLP is championing policies that fiercely protect civil liberties, roll back state surveillance, and guarantee constitutional protections for political expression.

“Citizens must be able to check, correct, and remind their leaders of their duties through public demonstration”

If you could introduce policies to change just 3 things in Kenya, what would they be?

To increase our liberties and strengthen our democracy, we would implement the following three key structural reforms:

• Reform the Political Parties Act: The current Act is restrictive, either by design or systemic failure. The mandatory legal requirement to maintain 24 physical offices across the country is financially prohibitive for upcoming parties, particularly blocking young people who wish to start or belong to new political movements. To maintain the intended goal of ensuring a “national outlook and multi-ethnicity,” we propose reducing this requirement to eight regional offices aligned with the former provinces. From there, the free-market forces of supply and demand should take over: a party should become attractive based on its philosophy, manifesto, and how effectively it serves the community, not by arbitrary bureaucratic hurdles.
• Enforce Strict Separation of Powers: We would legally and strictly enforce the separation of duties and powers between the branches and levels of government. This ensures that development projects and vital public services are distributed fairly by law, rather than being weaponized by the ruling elite as political tokens to reward loyalty or punish opposition.
• Guarantee Free and Protected Picketing: We would make the right to picket and peacefully protest as free and unhindered as possible. Citizens must be able to check, correct, and remind their leaders of their duties through public demonstration without fear of state violence, abduction, or retaliation.

“no matter how few we may seem, those of us who believe in pro-liberal democracy must not keep quiet”

Is there anything else you want to say to our readers?

Autocrats and dictators globally are getting bolder. They are ganging up and actively crushing the foundational freedoms that our forefathers fought and shed blood for. My message to your readers, and to liberals everywhere, is this: no matter how few we may seem, those of us who believe in pro-liberal democracy must not keep quiet. We must use every single opportunity to resist encroachment on our rights and spread that spirit of resistance.

How can people find out more about what the party is up to?

See our website at https://nationalliberalparty.co.ke, or contact us at +254729381378

“Our rally cry and core philosophy is “Maendeleo kwa wote” (Progress/Development for All)”

The Nepal Liberal Party supports liberal economic and democratic ideology, and aims to build a modern and just society in Nepal.  They are an Associated member of International Alliance of Libertarian Parties.  We interview Chairperson Dr. Gopi Lal Neupane.

“We believe prosperity and social progress are best achieved when individuals are empowered with freedom, responsibility, and equal opportunity”

Can you introduce yourself to our readers, and tell us a bit about your party?

My name is Dr. Gopi Lal Neupane, PhD in Industrial Management Psychology and I am the Chairperson of Nepal Liberal Party. I have 30+ years University teaching and management experience. I have written several books on financial literacy and building libertarian values among which Nepal at the Verge of Capitalism and Nepalese Psychology are among the most appreciated by readers.

Our party, the Nepal Liberal Party, advocates for individual freedom, classical liberalism, and liberty-centred governance. We believe prosperity and social progress are best achieved when individuals are empowered with freedom, responsibility, and equal opportunity under a fair legal framework.

“Our party champions policies that strengthen economic freedom, rule of law”

What do you see as the major challenges facing Nepal and what policies is the party championing?

Nepal faces several major challenges:

• Inflation and rising cost of living
• Poverty and unemployment
• Weak rule of law
• Corruption
• Collective ideology limiting individual initiative
• Limited infrastructure development
• Moral and governance challenges
• Difficulty in doing business and entrepreneurship barriers

Our party champions policies that strengthen economic freedom, rule of law, entrepreneurship, private enterprise, property rights, individual liberty, and transparent governance.

“We believe freedom is a universal value. Let us unite liberals across the globe in support of liberty, human dignity, free enterprise”

If you could introduce policies to change just 3 things in Nepal, what would they be?

If we could prioritize three major changes, they would be:

• Strengthening individual freedom
• Advancing classical liberal economic and political principles
• Establishing and promoting liberal democratic values throughout society

We believe these reforms would create a stronger foundation for prosperity, innovation, and social development.

Is there anything else you want to say to our readers?

We believe freedom is a universal value. Let us unite liberals across the globe in support of liberty, human dignity, free enterprise, and peaceful cooperation among nations.

How can people find out more about what the party is up to?

You can find our website at https://liberal.org.np/ and find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/25031568233171054.

The Partido Liberal of Angola (Liberal Party) is a member of International Alliance of Libertarian Parties.  We interview spokesperson Wander Oliveira.

“The Liberal Party was born out of the urgent need to offer Angolans, especially the youth, a genuine political alternative”

The Liberal Party emerged as a political project in 2024 and was officially legalized by the Constitutional Court in February 2025. We are the first and only right-wing political force in Angola, founded on the principles of Economic Liberalism and Conservatism.

The Liberal Party was born out of the urgent need to offer Angolans, especially the youth, a genuine political alternative. We are a predominantly young movement, led by our President, Luís de Castro, a 40-year-old who represents a new generation committed to change, economic freedom, and national development.

Angola has an extremely young population: around 80% of its citizens are between 18 and 30 years old. This youth seeks financial independence, real opportunities, the ability to undertake business ventures, and the freedom to build their own future. Unfortunately, we live in a country rich in natural resources, yet its wealth remains concentrated in the hands of an elite connected to the socialist system that has governed Angola since independence on November 11, 1975.

The time has come to say enough is enough.

“we live in a country rich in natural resources, yet its wealth remains concentrated in the hands of an elite connected to the socialist system”

Angolan youth demand a new political landscape, and the Liberal Party is the alternative in which thousands of young people already see themselves represented.

Currently, Angola’s main challenge is economic. The country operates under an extremely centralized model, where many citizens feel that access to opportunities depends on ties to the ruling party. Unemployment stands at around 30%, despite Angola being one of Africa’s largest oil producers.

Despite its enormous natural wealth, Angola lacks policies capable of creating opportunities for its people. Excessive bureaucracy, corruption, and economic concentration hinder private sector growth and make life difficult for entrepreneurs.

“We will open the economy and promote free competition. All Angolans must have access to the economic market without political discrimination”

The Liberal Party presents concrete solutions through its governance program: DPL (Debureaucratize, Privatize, and Liberalize).

Debureaucratize

We will eliminate the bureaucratic obstacles that hinder economic growth. In Angola, opening or registering a company can take months or even years. We want to simplify procedures, digitalize services, and create a favourable environment for entrepreneurs and investors.

Privatize

We support the privatization of sectors where the Angolan state has proven inefficient. Sectors such as oil, diamonds, and others cannot continue to serve merely as instruments of corruption and political enrichment. Through transparency and efficient private management, these sectors can generate greater wealth and opportunities for all Angolans.

Liberalize

We will open the economy and promote free competition. All Angolans must have access to the economic market without political discrimination or party privilege. The state must stop excessively controlling the economy and instead create conditions that allow citizens to prosper through merit, hard work, and private initiative.

“The Liberal Party believes in a free, prosperous, modern Angola based on individual responsibility, meritocracy, and equal opportunities for all”

If we had to prioritize three areas for change in Angola, we would begin by:

1. Privatizing the oil sector and establishing strategic partnerships with the United States of America and other international partners;
2. Developing the country’s mineral resources in collaboration with the private sector, ensuring transparency and economic development;
3. Investing massively in Education and Healthcare until we achieve high development standards, while later guaranteeing sustainable and efficient models that ensure quality services for citizens.

The Liberal Party believes in a free, prosperous, modern Angola based on individual responsibility, meritocracy, and equal opportunities for all.

To our readers, we leave this appeal: follow our actions, support the cause of Angolan liberals, and join the fight for freedom.

We are fighting for freedom, and we will prevail.

“We are the first and only right-wing political force in Angola, founded on the principles of Economic Liberalism and Conservatism”

You can find Partido Liberal on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/partidoliberalangolano
Twitter: https://x.com/partidopl_ao
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partidoliberal_ao
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PartidoLiberal-PL-ao

With a name surely we can all get behind, we speak with Áron Ecsenyi of LA75 (Cut Taxes by 75% Party) to share their vision for a freer, more prosperous Hungary.  The party is a member of International Alliance of Libertarian Parties.

“We are not professional politicians; we are citizens tired of the “rent-seeking” state”

Can you introduce yourself to our readers, and tell us a bit about your party?

We are the “LE AZ ADÓK 75%-ÁVAL PÁRT” (Cut Taxes by 75% Party), a grassroots movement representing the growing demand for libertarianism in Hungary. We are not professional politicians; we are citizens tired of the “rent-seeking” state that consumes over half of our nation’s GDP. Our mission is to dismantle the oppressive bureaucracy, eliminate the state’s monopoly on services, and return the power and property to the individual.

What do you see as the major challenges facing Hungary and what policies is the party championing?

The major challenge is a deeply entrenched “dependency culture.” The current system is a leviathan where 84% of state spending goes toward maintaining a rent-seeking network (including corporate subsidies, state-run monopolies, and massive debt interest) while only 16% covers law and order and national defence, legal, administrative, disaster management, first aid, and inpatient care costs.

We champion a radical “chainsaw” approach, inspired by the successful model of Javier Milei in Argentina. Our core policies include:

• The 75% Tax Cut: Drastically reducing the tax burden to stimulate capital accumulation and private investment.
• Privatization of State Monopolies: Abolishing the state’s control over education, healthcare, and media to restore competition and quality.
• Ending Fiscal Dominance: Stopping the state-funded propaganda machine and dismantling the web of subsidies that keep citizens dependent on the political class.
• Bonus: veto the EU budget

“Abolishing the state’s control over education, healthcare, and media to restore competition and quality”

If you could introduce policies to change just 3 things in Hungary, what would they be?

The “Láncfűrész” (Chainsaw) Reform: Immediately cut 75% of state spending by eliminating all non-essential state subsidies, investment projects, and government-controlled media, thereby balancing the budget and ending inflation caused by monetary expansion.

Educational Freedom: Abolish the state education monopoly. Shift to a system of full school choice and private funding, allowing parents to reclaim the massive amounts of money currently extracted from them via taxes for a broken, creativity-killing system.

Deregulation of the Labor Market: Eliminate the massive social security and payroll taxes that make work unaffordable for both employees and employers, transforming Hungary into a competitive, high-growth, pro-market hub similar to the success of Singapore.

“Eliminate the massive social security and payroll taxes that make work unaffordable for both employees and employers”

Is there anything else you want to say to our readers?

The “Socialism” or “Fascism” is a false dichotomy. They are the same. The lack of this recognition causes passivity among intellectuals: “Why should I abandon socialism if it brings me closer to fascism?”

Across the world, we are seeing the same pattern: massive states, eroding freedoms, and stagnating real wages. We want to send a message to our international allies in London and beyond: the battle for liberty is global. Real change doesn’t come from electing “better” politicians to manage the same broken machine; it comes from destroying the machine itself. We hope our struggle inspires those in the UK fighting for the same principles of classical liberalism.

“The “Socialism” or “Fascism” is a false dichotomy. They are the same”

How can people find out more about what the party is up to?

People can support our fight for a free Hungary and EU and learn more about our ongoing initiatives, including our independent public opinion research efforts, through the following channels:

We are also currently collecting donations so that our organization can explode into public life.

Website: https://la75.hu/

Donations/Support: Libertárius Magyarországért Alapítvány, Account: HU11162001061168731100000000