Swiss authorities in the canton of Zug “announced that the Alpine nation’s first local blockchain-based test vote had been successfully completed.”
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.
Disappearances of South Sudanese Dissidents Demand a Response
Two years ago, South Sudanese lawyer Dong Samuel Luak disappeared off the streets of Nairobi, Kenya. Human Rights Watch reported.
On Eve of Leaving Presidency, Congo’s Kabila Urges Unity
On eve of leaving, Congo’s President Joseph Kabila urged the nation to “massively” support incoming leader Felix Tshisekedi after a disputed election.
Eager for Peace, Some Congolese Voters Accept Election Results
Eager for peace some Congolese welcome President-elect Felix Tshisekedi to power, even if alleged election rigging may have led to his victory.
Top Ghana Investigative Journalist Ahmed Hussein Suale Killed
Top Ghana investigative journalist Ahmed Hussein-Suale killed. The act is signalling a dangerous twist to the fight against corruption in Ghana.
Turkey to Launch International Investigation of Khashoggi Killing
Turkey is planning to launch an international investigation into the killing of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi and will take further steps in coming days.
Sudan Revokes Credentials of Foreign Press Amid Protests
Sudan revokes credentials of at least six journalists working for international news outlets, including Qatar-based broadcaster Al-Jazeera amid protests.
Trials in China Kept Secret by Silencing Lawyers
Prominent Chinese human rights activist Huang Qi went on trial last week on dubious charges of “leaking state secrets” but kept secret by silencing lawyers.
Disappearance of 3 Thai Dissidents in Laos Must be Investigated
The Lao government should urgently investigate disappearance of three Thai political activists who were last seen in capital, Vientiane, in December 2018.
Bashir Heads to Qatar as Protests Rock Sudan
Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir is set to arrive in Qatar, his first overseas trip since widespread anti-government protests rocked the nation.