Based on official election results released Sunday, women have more than half the seats in Iceland’s new parliament, a first in Europe.
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.
Tunisians Protest Against President’s Perceived Power Grab
Tunisians took to the streets Sunday to protest what the perceive is an overt attempt by President Kais Saied to grab all state power.
Myanmar: UN urges international effort to restore democracy
The United Nations alleges widespread rights violations by Myanmar’s military junta, urges international efforts to restore democracy.
Tunisian Democracy Now in the Hands of Its Solemn President
Tunisia’s President Kais Saied has made no clear statements about the country’s future two months after assuming full executive control.
As Merkel Bids Farewell, German Women Wish for More Equality
Angela Merkel, Germany’s first female chancellor, will be remembered for her pragmatic leadership and for being a feminist icon.
AUKUS alliance a step on path to rescuing democracy
The trilateral security alliance between Australia, the UK and the US is a test of positive globalism as an international relations paradigm.
Biden promises end to ‘relentless war’ and start of ‘relentless diplomacy’
President Joe Biden also told the UN that the US will give $11bn a year to developing nations to respond to climate emergency.
El Salvador president claims to be ‘coolest dictator’
A top US diplomat in El Salvador has expressed concerns after the country’s president, Nayib Bukele, said he was the ‘coolest dictator’.
Hong Kong elite vote in ‘patriots only’ election process
On Sunday Hong Kong formed the election committee ahead of the ‘patriots only’ election rule imposed by Chinese authorities in Beijing.
International Democracy Day 2021: Quotes, wishes, and messages
International Democracy Day is celebrated on September 15. Here are the quotes, wishes, and messages from this year’s celebration.