After a twenty-three-year rule by one president and a de facto one-party state, Gambia saw the inauguration of a new and promising leader, Adama Barrow.
Democracy News Headlines
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Innovative Forms of Political Dialogue Within Bhutan’s Democracy
In Bhutan’s democracy it is received and traditionally accepted that citizens have to contribute towards the welfare of the society they live in.
Harassment of Human Rights Watch Activist in Uzbekistan
Human Rights Watch re-established a presence in Uzbekistan in August 2017 after President Shavkat Mirziyoyev launched a reform campaign.
Myanmar Local Elections Seen As Success Despite Low Turnout
Municipal government, a mixture of elected and appointed positions, saw a balance tipped in favor of elected positions with respect to appointed positions.
Hong Kong Government Still Refusing Demands Of Protesters
Hong Kong’s leader Lam offered an apology for the political crisis and unrest sparked by a proposed law that would allow extraditions to mainland China.
Moldovan Journalists Assaulted Reporting on Unfolding Political Crisis
Freedom House has issued a statement regarding the assault of journalist in Moldova who were trying to cover political situation in the country.
Haiti Journalists Demand Justice for Murdered Colleague
Hundreds of journalists wearing white T-shirts participated in a silent march Sunday to demand justice for their murdered colleague.
Ending Corruption Remains Key To Protecting Sudanese Human Rights
Ex-dictator’s corruption charges are the first step in an anti-corruption process built on democratic institutions and respect for human rights.
Thousands Wear Black, Rally to Demand Hong Kong Leader Goes
Tens of thousands of people took to the streets in Hong Kong Sunday dressed in black to demand the city’s embattled leader steps down.
Activists Seek To Build Momentum After Russian Journalist’s Release
Freeing Ivan Golunov, who was arrested on trumped up drug charges, has buoyed liberal opponents of Vladimir Putin’s Kremlin.