President Thein Sein has no choice but to accept foreign aid so Myanmar Muslims get assistance
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.
An Author Asks: What is Political Repression?
What is Political Repression? A universal characteristic of dictatorships across the world
Russia Democracy Movement Gathering Strength, Organizing
Russia Democracy Movement and Other Foes of Vladimir Putin’s Dictatorship go online to elect leaders as Pussy Riot dissidents keep up fight for colleagues
Fatah Claims Victory Following Local West Bank Elections
Reformed Fatah movement seeks legitimacy by controlling contentious West Bank elections
Spain Regional Elections Could Weaken PM Rajoy
Votes in two Euro-crisis hit regions weaken PM Rajoy as economic crisis bites Popular Party power
Top Court Brings Charges Against Pakistan Military Figures
Charges against Pakistan military figures, former army and ISI chief is first move against army
Lebanon Assassination Brings Fear of Escalation From Syria
Marginal democracy is being tested by revolution, war in Syria and new Lebanon Assassination
Kuwait Dictatorship in Crackdown on Opposition
Political turmoil in Persian Gulf as Kuwait dictatorship in crackdown on those calling for reforms
Ghana ex-President’s Wife Can’t Run Herself
Rawlings Ghana ex-President’s Wife Can’t Run in Ghana presidential polls in African democracy
As Cuba Dictatorship Opens Borders, Will People Flee?
With new liberalized travel rules, most of Cuba is free to go. But as Cuba Dictatorship Opens Borders, Will Those Who Leave the Country Return?