Lebanese authorities are using terrorism related charges to prosecute protesters and pursue summoning civilians before military courts
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.
Asia’s ‘Milk Tea’ Activists Give Support For Democratic Change
Pro-democracy activists have been banding together in Asia in recent months. They are doing so both online and on the streets.
Why Are Only 20% of Wikipedia’s Biographies About Women?
Many people rely on Wikipedia for fast details, but searching for anything on the site does not always produce the most accurate results.
Three Thai Democracy Activists Charged With Insulting Monarchy
After being charged with insulting the monarchy, three famous Thai pro-democracy figures were refused bail in a Bangkok court.
Brazilian Democracy Is Holding Up But the Biggest Test is 2022
Despite the deteriorating political climate in Brazil since President Jair Bolsonaro’s election, democracy has survived and thrived.
Will Armenia’s Political Turmoil Undo Its Democracy?
For 30 years, Armenia was a regional force, able to defeat its neighbor and claim land it believed was rightfully its own. Until it wasn’t.
Democracy Erodes in Central And West Africa
A democratic recession has gained steam across West and Central Africa and is showing new signs ahead of elections in these regions.
Hundreds Protest Thailand Lese Majeste Law In Bangkok
On Saturday, hundreds of protestors marched through Bangkok, Thailand’s capital, to draw attention to a punitive royal defamation law.
Keep Foreign Money From Undermining Canada’s Electoral Democracy
Despite having a strong campaign finance legislation, Canada needs to reinforce its political process by reining in the influence of cash.
China’s Parliament To Overhaul Hong Kong Electoral System
Elections for Hong Kong’s legislature will likely be deferred for a second year as Beijing plans a major overhaul of the city’s electoral system.