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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.
What North Korean Changes Mean For Neglected People
Whole world watches and waits to see impact of dictator Kim Jong Un’s coming North Korean changes
China Suu Kyi Visit Highlights Drift From Dictatorship
For hawks of modern China Suu Kyi trip reminder of failure to control situation in old ally Burma
African Free Trade Pact Seeks Continent’s Integration
Deal signed in Egypt seeks to promote regional integration in support of African free trade ties
Continuing Horrific Crimes of Eritrean Dictatorship
United Nations outlines litany of human rights abuses that underlie rule of Eritrean dictatorship
Kurdish Peace Process Boosted Following Turkey Vote
Rebalanced politics of Turkey to be boon to long-running Kurdish peace process in regional benefit
1000-Lash Punishment for Peaceful Saudi Blogger
Despite growing international outcry, Saudi blogger to be whipped 1000 times in threat to his life
Half of Luxembourg Loses Chance For Voting Rights
By not including almost half of its residents, democracy in Luxembourg loses chance to right wrong
Ruling Party Loses Majority as Turkey Kurds Enter Parliament
Landmark vote to bring vast changes as Turkey Kurds for ruling party to slip into minority status
Future of Turkish Journalism May Be At Stake Tomorrow
Many see the close vote Sunday as chance to save Turkish journalism from government-led repression