The conference aims at discussing the role of liberal opposition parties in the Arab World. Speakers will deal with the constitutional, legal, and political framework of political parties in the participating Arab countries. Delegates from Lebanon, Palestine, Jordan, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, in addition to the hosting country Egypt have been invited.

"You can learn a lot about the political system of the country, if you study the role of the opposition", said Dr. Ronald Meinardus, The Regional Director of the Foundation who will open the conference.

On the occasion of their visit to Cairo, the political leaders from the Arab Network will hold the first General Assembly on July 12, 2008 during which they are expected to discuss internal organizational matters such as the by-laws, membership issues and the leadership of the group.

The Network of Arab Liberals (NAL) is  comprised of Arab liberal parties and activists in the Arab world committed to the principles of freedom, responsibility, pluralism, tolerance, market economy, civil state, and separation of religion from state affairs.