Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni took the oath of office for the sixth term on Wednesday, as he had done five times before.
Democracy News Headlines
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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.
Repression Stymies Academic Freedom Throughout Asia
Academic freedom, like press freedom, is facing an onslaught from repressive governments throughout Asia, but this is rarely discussed.
Pakistani Military Remains The Nation’s De Facto Ruler
When he ran for office, Imran Khan pledged to reform politics in Pakistan but the Pakistani army remains Pakistan’s de facto ruler.
Hong Kong Pulling Democracy Books From Library Shelves
Hong Kong is pulling democracy books from library shelves. This is taking place as China takes measures to end democracy in the city.
Scottish Nationalists Vow Independence Vote After Election Win
Pro-independence parties gained a majority in Scotland’s Parliament, with the First Minister promising a fresh independence referendum.
What The Coup Means For Gender Equality In Myanmar
Myanmar’s women have been at the helm of protests against the coup that led to the removal of Aung San Suu Kyi’s civilian government.
Japan Bill To Amend Constitutional Referendum Law Proceeds
Japan’s Diet is expected to pass a new piece of legislation that amends the national referendum law on constitutional reform.
New Report On The Situation Of Journalists In Yemen
Journalists in Yemen face a harsh reality and a real tragedy as a result of a lack of respect for their right to freedom of speech.