Foreign ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin said China respects the choice of the American people, even if the Chinese people have no democratic choice.
Democracy News Headlines
This Democracy News Headlines archive has all our headline articles about the United States and around the world. This is the most well stocked DC category by far with the best coverage of the struggle for democracy but check out World Democracy and our American democracy page for more in-depth information or just visit Democracy in Culture archive for some light news.
Ethiopia ‘crumbling before our own eyes’?
Ethiopia launched more than 10 air strikes against the restive northern Tigray region in recent days raising worries of challenges to Ethiopia’s stability.
Russia and China silence speaks volumes as leaders congratulate Biden
Most world leaders acknowledged Biden’s victory and congratulated him. China, Russia and Iran are, however, yet to do so, which speaks volumes.
Russia refuses to acknowledge Biden’s election win because of Trump’s ‘ongoing legal processes’
Russia meddled in the 2016 US election to ensure a victory for Trump. It has refused to acknowledge Biden’s win supposedly because Trump is filing lawsuits.
Joseph Biden elected 46th President of the United States of America
Joseph R. Biden has been elected the 46th President of the United States. At 78, he is the oldest President to have ever been elected.
What the U.S. election means for countries around the globe
America’s global influence is why its elections are an international event. This is very much the case this year because of an unusual Presidency under Trump.
Vatican Breaks Silence, Explains Pope’s Civil Union Comments
In recent comments Pope Francis said homosexuals have the right to be in civil unions. The Vatican has now broken silence and explained the Pope’s comments.
Tanzania’s Magufuli Wins Landslide Re-election
Tanzanian President John Magufuli has officially won a second term, with a landslide victory of more than 84% of the vote in this week’s election.
Strengthen checks and balances to renew democracy
To renew democracy, democracies, old and new have to strengthen checks and balances. It is one of the pillars of democracy and crucial to its survival.
Afghan Police Take Page from Taliban Playbook
The Taliban put in place one of the worst forms of discrimination against women in Afghanistan. The Afghan police is taking a page from their playbook.