There is a new Government of National Unity (GNU) in Libya. The stakes are human rights, and free and fair elections in December 2021.
International Democracy articles
Here you can find all our articles on international democracy (as in outside the United States). The progress of world democracy, pro-democracy protest movements, and the struggle of political dissidents will be covered here. There will be no question over whether democracy is for everyone! You should also check out our main section on World Democracy with links to our broader website.
China Erasing H&M From Internet Amid Xinjiang Backlash
China is erasing H&M from the internet as part of its backlash against any businesses or individuals critiquing its actions in Xinjiang.
Hundreds arrested in Belarus ‘Freedom Day’ protest
Belarus ‘Freedom Day’ protests were repressed as the Lukashenko regime enforces crackdown on the country’s pro-democracy swell.
Would Canadian Citizenship Free Saudi Blogger Raif Badawi?
If dissident Saudi blogger Raif Badawi is granted Canadian citizenship it would offer him new legal rights in his home country.
Dissident Navalny Says He Is Being ‘Tortured’ In Russian Prison
A lawyer for Russian opposition leader, Alexei Navalny, said the imprisoned Kremlin critic told her that he had been tortured in prison.
Democracy Game Theory for Pakistan
Democracy game theory describes functioning of Pakistan’s democracy. The stakes are higher than representative democracy.
Reimagining Protection for Human Rights Defenders
The world revolves around human rights defenders. They’re the driving forces behind progress; their liberty foreshadows greater liberty.
How A Lack Of Term Limits in Africa Weakens its Democracy
African Presidents give spurious reasons for wanting third terms. But the lack of term limits in Africa weakens the continent’s democracy.
How Tanzania’s John Magufuli Hid His Tyranny
Tanzania went from being a country where free expression was accepted to absolute tyranny during John Magufuli’s six-year rule.
Future of the Pro-Democracy Movement in Thailand
Thais are protesting despotism but the unyielding repression puts to question the future of the democracy movement in Thailand.