China, like Russia, is locked in an authoritarian feedback loop exposed by its worst governance crisis since the Cultural Revolution.
International Democracy articles
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Safety Concerns For Political Aspirants In Kenya
Kenyan elections are often marred by violence. There safety concerns for political aspirants ahead of the August 9, 2022, general elections.
Russia Sentences Student Journalists To Correctional Labor
Four journalists of student-run internet platform DOXA were recently condemned to prison by Russian authorities. CPJ released a statement.
New Program For Covering Local Democracy In Tunisia
IFES’s Mourasiloun aims to promote democracy in Tunisia. It identified 24 Mourasiloun from citizen and professional media outlets.
Qaṭar Rights Activist Could Face Death Penalty As Trial Begins
Human rights activist Abdullah Al-Maliki is still being pursued by Qatari authorities for his peaceful and legal actions in human rights.
A Portrait: Isaias Afworki, The Man & The Dictator
In the three decades that he has led his country, Isaias Afwerki has never faced an election. He isn’t shy in explaining why this is the case.
Belarusian Journalist Facing Up To 15 Years In Prison
Journalist Katsiaryna Andreyeva has been charged by Belarusian authorities with treason following investigations in “complete secrecy”.
Mexico President Lopez Obrador wins recall vote amid low turnout
President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador had voted in favor of the referendum, which the opposition saw as a diversionary tactic.
Politically Motivated Investigation Against Tunisian Opposition MPs
Tunisia’s President Kais Saied has resorted to probing opposition MPs as he intensifies his assault on the democratic gains of 2011.
Vietnamese Journalist Sentenced To 3.5 Years In Prison
Vietnamese authorities have increased their attacks on civil freedoms, focusing on journalists and media outlets in particular.