China has made new arrests in its crackdown against democracy in Hong Kong. Among the five arrested is retired Cardinal Joseph Zen.
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.
After Lebanon’s Collapse, Can an Election Fix The Country?
Lebanon has been facing political upheavals in recent years. The question is whether elections can fix and stabilize its politics.
Guinea Junta Bans Political Protests
The military junta ruling Guinea has banned political protests after announcing a three-year transition period before civilian rule is restored.
New Cuba Penal Code Tougher On Dissent
Officials in Cuba say the new penal code is modernizes the country’s laws but human rights groups, say it tightens restrictions on dissent.
Somalia Lawmakers Meet To Choose President In Delayed Vote
Lawmakers have finally chosen a new president. Current President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed was hoping to stay in power.
Youth Suffrage Proposal Rejected By Voters In Zurich
Proponents of the right to vote for youth as young as 16 in Switzerland suffered another setback following a vote in canton Zurich.
The Macbethian Tragedy Of Indonesian Democracy
In Indonesia, youth are mourning the demise of democracy. Their vigil was a colorful gathering that devolved into violence on April 11th.
What’s Happened To Scotland’s Local Democracy?
Despite its oft-repeated social democratic aspirations, Scotland is probably one of the most centralised states in Europe.
The Nigerian State Is The Greatest Threat To Nigerian Democracy
Nigeria transitioned to democracy in 1999, but is finding hard to sustain reforms. The state is the greatest threat to its democracy.
Why The Marcos Family Is So Infamous In The Philippines
Ferdinand Marcos Jr, nicknamed “Bongbong”, is poised to be the next leader of the Philippines, but the Marcos family is infamous.