El Salvador’s state of emergency declaration highlights an alarming trend throughout the region where authoritarianism is on the rise.
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Free Speech In Sri Lanka Under Threat Amid Political Turmoil
Sunday, Sri Lanka enforced a temporary social media ban nationwide to quell public unrest sparked by unprecedented economic hardship.
The Problem With South Africa’s Electoral Reforms
It is little-known that the proportional system used in 1999 was not meant to be the final electoral arrangement for South Africa.
How China’s Authorities Aim To Control Tibetan Reincarnation
The death of an 86-year-old lama named Tulku Dawa in Lhasa, Tibet, was recently revealed, despite China’s efforts to keep it hidden.
Sudanese Again Take To The Streets In Anti-Coup Protests
Thousands of Sudanese turned to the streets wednesday in new demonstrations against a military coup that occurred in October.
How Russian Propaganda Dominates Chinese Social Media
Online platforms in China are awash with Russian propaganda on the Ukraine conflict, Beijing’s attempt to stoke anti-Western feelings.
The Importance Of Assisting Transitional Democracies
The US should abandon its post–Cold War habits of sometimes-forcible democracy promotion” for advancing human rights, analysis.
Spate of Criminal Cases Against Kyrgyzstan Journalists
Journalists in Kyrgyzstan are experiencing attacks on their freedoms, with dozens facing criminal accusations in the Central Asian country.
Nigerian Democracy in Peril as Country Descends Into Lawlessness
Nigeria’s insecurity endures. Gunmen are continually attacking in a number of states. The scenario is quickly devolving into broad anarchy.
Taliban Intensify Attacks On Afghan Media
The Taliban have intensified their assault against free media, detaining journalists, torturing others, shutting down news organizations.