Oman will be a “special guest” at the 2019 Paris Book Fair from the 15-19 March 2019, despite banning books at the Muscat International Book Fair.
International Democracy articles
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Court Ruling Undermines Anti-Corruption Achievements in Ukraine
Constitutional court ruling of 26 February 2019 undermines anti corruption achievements in Ukraine by striking down Article 368-2 of the Criminal Code.
Outline of Scotland’s Blockchain Constitution Plan is Coming to Focus
In 2016, the government committed to accelerate trials of digital voting. By February 2019 Scotland’s blockchain constitution is starting to take shape.
Thousands Rally Against Montenegrin President
Thousands rally against Montenegrin President Milo Djukanovic and his government demanding resignation over alleged corruption, cronyism and abuse of office
Algeria’s Bouteflika Seeks Fifth Term as President Amid Protests
Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika says he won’t serve full term if re-elected as protests against his intention to run for fifth term continued.
Sudanese Protests Continue Despite President’s Ban
Sudanese protests calling for the overthrow of autocratic President Omar al-Bashir continues despite president’s ban of unauthorized public gatherings.
Over 50 Human Rights Groups Call for Release of Saudi Rights Defenders
Over 50 human rights groups in Saudi Arabia stand together in demanding for the immediate and unconditional release of Saudi women human rights defenders.
China Rubber-Stamp Congress Meeting is Not About Legislating
Thousands of delegates from around China are gathering in Beijing for annual session of the country’s rubber-stamp legislature and its advisory body.
#SetThemFree Campaign Highlights Egypt and Nicaragua Dissidents
#SetThemFree campaign by World Movement for Democracy highlights Egyptian and Nicaraguan political prisoners and activists facing judicial harassment.
Saudi Arabia Charges Women’s Rights Activists, No Mention of Torture
Leading women’s rights activists who have been detained following arrests that began in May 2018 would face charges and be put on trial.