From repression to threats of military crackdown it is increasingly mobilizing underground forces and networks to smash the Hong Kong protests.
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.
Democratic transition in Sudan: daunting challenges ahead, article
An interesting article in Democracy Digest looks at the challenges to democratic transition in Sudan post-coup in April 2019 and the transition debacle.
Egypt: 20 Rights NGOs Call On President Macron To Denounce Egypt’s Human Rights Record During The G7 Meeting
It was a striking choice for France to invite Egyptian President Sisi to attend the G7 summit in Biarritz, with theme being “the fight against inequality”.
Human Rights Watch calls on Thai authorities to investigate detainee’s death
Human Rights Watch has called on Thai authorities to launch credible investigation into death of suspected insurgent Abdulloh Esormusor in military custody.
In Kashmir, Government’s Priority Should be to Protect Civil Liberties
On August 5, India’s Jammu and Kasmir autonomous status was revoked. Human Rights Watch has called for the respect of the civil liberties of its residents.
Jaslyk Prison closure is a victory for Human Rights in Uzbekistan
Jaslyk prison planned closure offers hope that Uzbekistan is on the path to making serious improvements in its terrible record on human rights.
China’s rights abuses in Xinjiang a ‘bellwether for a shifting global order’
Recent events have stoked alarm among the sizeable Uighur diaspora in Turkey that the country is no longer the haven it has been for decades.
Exporting digital authoritarianism: How to build democratic resilience
As Russia, China, and other states advance influence through forms of digital authoritarianism, stronger responses are needed from the U.S.
Strengthening the democracy that undergirds Afghan state is not too late
While Afghanistan’s 2014 presidential elections were flawed, heavy voter turnout demonstrated that Afghan citizens preferred democracy over Taliban rule.
A romance not too comfortable: Trump to invite Putin to next G7 summit
Amidst row, President Trump says he would “certainly” invite Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend next year’s Group of Seven (G-7) summit .