A year after the electoral victory of the Pakatan Harapan coalition, authorities have failed to reform repressive legislation or expand civic space.
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Kazakhstani Man Detained For Holding Blank Protest Sign
To test the limits of his right to peacefully demonstrate in Kazakhstan, stood in a public square holding a blank sign, predicting he would be detained.
Togo Law Lets President Rule for 10 More Years
A change in Togo’s law voted through on Thursday would allow longstanding President Faure Gnassingbe to stay in power potentially until 2030.
Behind Reporters’ Release, a Face-Saving Strategy for Suu Kyi
Suu Kyi finally decided to pardon for two Myanmar journalists jailed for reporter will be the only way to resolve an issue that has lasted for 18 months.
Singapore ‘Fake News’ Law Draws Fire From Google, Facebook
An anti-fake news law passed by Singapore’s parliament could stunt innovation, a quality the city-state wants to expand its tech industry.
Turkey’s Opposition Seeks Cancellation of 2018 Elections
Turkey’s main opposition party on Wednesday appealed to the country’s top electoral body to annul local election results in Istanbul’s 39 districts.
Brazil Ex-President Temer Surrenders to Police Following Arrest Warrant
Former Brazilian President Michel surrenders to federal police, marking the second time he is arrested for participated in corruption scheme for decades.
South Africa Vote Count Marked by Concerns, Surprises
South Africa’s electoral commission counts votes, day after a parliamentary poll that was expected to be the toughest test yet for the long-ruling ANC.
Malawi’s Election Preparations Impacted by Cyclone Idai Flooding
As Malawi gears-up for elections this month, candidates and voters say flooding from March’s Cyclone Idai has already negatively impacted the vote.
Cambodian Opposition Being Harassed in the Courts
Cambodian authorities should immediately cease harassing former opposition party members in the courts, Human Rights Watch said today.