The United Nations has been monitoring the transition process in Sudan and has released a new statement encouraging reforms.
International Democracy articles
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Myanmar Army Controls Its Soldiers’ Lives, Minds and Finances
Myanmar’s strong army, the Tatmadaw, has complete control over its soldiers’ lives. Those who abandon ship pay a high price.
In Spite Of France, Chad Still Deserves Democratic Governance
Chad’s future and stability are threatened more so by the lack of democracy further eroded by the recent coup than by the Islamist insurgency.
Algerians Take To The Streets In Large Numbers
Algerians are expressing a loud no to quasi-military rule. Despite the ban on protests they returned to the streets in large numbers.
Chile Votes To Begin Rewrite Dictatorship-Era Constitution
Chileans voted Sunday to select some 155 persons tasked with the long overdue rewriting of the dictatorship-era constitution.
Hong Kong Stock Exchange Halted Amid Political Turmoil
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange halted after authorities froze the assets of pro-democracy activist and media tycoon, Jimmy Lai.
How Europe Helps Authoritarian Regimes To Export Repression
Extraditing activists and tight migrant controls are some ways in which western democracies are promoting authoritarian regimes.
Uganda Dictator Museveni Sworn In for Sixth Term
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni took the oath of office for the sixth term on Wednesday, as he had done five times before.
Thai Prisons Holding Activists Drive Record Covid Figures
Thursday, Thailand announced the highest one-day increase in coronavirus infections in its history, with more than half from jails.
Tunisia President And PM In Power Struggle
The power struggle between Tunisia’s President and the country’s Prime Minister persists as the two wrestle control of the security forces.