Advancing democracy and freedom worldwide.

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Joined April 2009
One month ago, IRI welcomed Argentine President @JMilei to New York for a timely conversation on how economic freedom, democratic values, & security reinforce one another. As authoritarian powers seek to expand their influence across the Western Hemisphere, strong U.S.-Argentina ties are more important than ever. 🇦🇷🇺🇸 🎥 Watch the highlights:
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Courage and civility aren’t opposites. They work best together. 🤝 Thank you to @IRIglobal and @NDI for hosting us for a candid conversation about standing firm in your convictions while still treating people across the aisle with respect. For decades, both organizations have worked side by side to strengthen democratic institutions, support free elections, and empower citizens around the world. Their work abroad is a powerful reminder that democracy depends on leaders willing to put country over party, and that starts with how we lead here at home. #WithHonor #Courage #Civility #Leadership #CrossPartisan
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In partnership with @NDI, we welcomed @RyeBarcott, CEO & Co-Founder of @withhonoraction, for a timely conversation on courage & public service. Drawing on his latest book, Courage Can Save US, he shared powerful lessons on how principled leadership can strengthen democracy & inspire those fighting for freedom worldwide. 📖 Learn more about the book: couragecansaveus.com/
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What should U.S. leadership look like in a world where authoritarian regimes relentlessly threaten global stability? Join IRI President @DCTwining, @NDI President @WittesNDI, & @ChicagoCouncil CEO @londonvinjamuri to discuss America’s role in defending democracy & freedom worldwide. Register: globalaffairs.org/events/ame…
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Congratulations to @AsambleaEcuador, Assemblywoman @InesAlarconOk, & @SeguridadAN on advancing a proposal to regulate virtual assets, improve traceability, & strengthen efforts to combat money laundering. Through dialogues led by local partners, IRI is helping shape solutions that promote a safer, more prosperous #Ecuador 🇪🇨 & Western Hemisphere.
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Congratulations to @AsambleaEcuador on passing legislation to combat transnational organized crime. Through technical roundtables & consultations led by local partners, IRI supported the development of this new law, which will help protect children from recruitment by criminal networks & strengthen security in #Ecuador 🇪🇨 & across the Western Hemisphere. @dianajacome @ParticipacionAN asambleanacional.gob.ec/es/n…
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New IRI polling shows that 74% of Venezuelans view democracy as the best form of government for their country & 62% want major changes to the political system & leadership in the next 12 months. They are divided on the timing for elections: 45% favor elections as soon as possible while 52% say they should be held after certain conditions are met. The poll also finds economic concerns are high & strong support for closer ties with the United States. 🇻🇪 🇺🇸 Read the poll: iri.org/news/iri-survey-show…
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Our team of international experts, co-led by former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State @davidschenker1 & IRI Board Member @TLongaberger, concluded its assessment of Morocco’s 🇲🇦 September 23 parliamentary elections, with a focus on the Southern Provinces. The expert team found Southern Province’s elections were well administered, with multiple safeguards to protect the integrity of the process. It also identified areas for improvement, including voter education, ballot design, voter assistance & protections against vote buying. Read the preliminary findings & recommendations: iri.org/resources/iri-statem…
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At @Kimpact_Global’s event in New York, IRI’s Caitlin Dearing Scott discussed how authoritarian actors work together to restrict individual liberties & leverage technology to expand control. She also highlighted how democratic actors can collaborate more effectively to defend civic space, protect fundamental freedoms, & counter authoritarian influence.
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More than 400 people joined us in New York yesterday for our event with Argentine President @JMilei. Thank you to @fedyliber & @Citi for their partnership. #Argentina 🇦🇷 recognizes that economic freedom & democracy reinforce each other. Strong institutions & clear rules attract sound, transparent investment & safeguard against foreign malign influence. That is critical to building a more secure, stable, & prosperous Western Hemisphere. 🌎 Read more about the convening: iri.org/news/securing-the-am…
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Colombia 🇨🇴 is a vital U.S. partner in advancing security & stability across the Western Hemisphere. In New York, IRI president @DCTwining spoke with Colombian Vice President @jrestrp, underscoring our commitment to working with political & civic leaders across the country to promote democracy & freedom. Strong, transparent institutions are the foundation for shared security & prosperity.
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A pleasure to meet with President @KeikoFujimori in New York to discuss Peru’s political & economic future under her leadership . Strong, accountable institutions in 🇵🇪#Peru support regional stability & directly affect U.S. security interests.
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Freedom, prosperity, & security go hand in hand. Today in New York, IRI joined @fedyliber & @Citi to host President of #Argentina 🇦🇷 @JMilei for a conversation on democracy, economic freedom, & shared security. As the Americas grow in importance to global energy & critical mineral supply chains, strong institutions & 🇺🇸-🇦🇷cooperation can help build a more prosperous & secure Western Hemisphere.
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IRI President @DCTwining reaffirmed our commitment to working with the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 today in New York. We thank Foreign Minister @itobisonofor his steadfast commitment to democracy & freedom in the DR & across Latin America & the Caribbean. A strong, democratic DR is vital to a more secure, stable, & prosperous Western Hemisphere.
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IRI President @DCTwining sat down with Peruvian President @KeikoFujimori in New York today to discuss the political & economic issues shaping Peru’s future. What happens in Peru 🇵🇪 has direct implications for stability across the Western Hemisphere, making strong 🇺🇸-🇵🇪 ties essential to advancing shared security & prosperity.
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IRI’s @garrastazuTony & IRI partners @marcelaprietobo, @REvanEllis, & @SergioGuzmanE joined @danielbatlle at the @HudsonInstitute to discuss Colombia’s political landscape under President @ABDELAESPRIELLA. 🇺🇸-🇨🇴 They also explored what the new government could mean for 🇺🇸-🇨🇴cooperation & shared security & prosperity across the Western Hemisphere. Watch the full conversation: youtube.com/live/VynlR89xjRY…
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(1/2) In partnership with @VandenbergCo, we convened leaders from Colombia🇨🇴, Cuba🇨🇺, Mexico🇲🇽, & Venezuela 🇻🇪 to examine how securing freedom and the rule of law in Latin America is vital to U.S. national interests.
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(2/2) Our speakers @PinzonBueno, @OGutierrezCuba, @LuisKuryaki, & @Miguel_Pizarro explained how transnational organized crime, authoritarian influence, & institutional weakness threaten hemispheric stability, with consequences that ultimately reach U.S. borders. Accountable governance is essential to help address these challenges.
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Following an IRI-supported convening during @Red_UPLA, @sumundotv covered IRI’s @garrastazuTony & Dominican leader Elías Wessin’s discussion of how transnational organized crime & instability in Haiti are affecting the Dominican Republic & other countries across Latin America & the Caribbean. Beyond threatening public safety, transnational organized crime weakens institutions, undermines sovereignty, & puts democratic stability at risk across the region. Read the Spanish-language article: sumundo.do/elias-wessin-pide…
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