Political turbulence ahead as Cambodian garment workers clash with state for stronger rights
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Chinese Torture of Political Prisoners Still Routine
United Nations chronicles continued system of Chinese torture and harassment of dissidents
Can Burma’s New Government Protect Muslim Minority?
Rohingya Muslims were excluded from vote for Burma’s new government but hope for new protections
Cambodia Arrest Points to Declining Freedoms
Order for Cambodia arrest of opposition leader Sam Rainsy comes amid push for PM’s resignation
Burmese National Reconciliation Meeting to Follow Elections
Victorious Aung Suu Kyi seeks Burmese national reconciliation meet with military representatives
Burmese Voting Ends and Ruling Party Admits Defeat
Historic Burmese voting ends and counting begins as new era ushered that will see dramatic change
Election Reflects Declining Fortunes of Indian PM Modi
Populous Bihar region vote gives Indian PM Modi his biggest election setback since taking power
An Essay That Changes Hong Kong
All of a sudden, the idea of civil disobedience springs up. The thought of coercion by protest is then transformed. It now becomes an awakening movement in which participants are willing to shoulder any legal responsibility out of the spirit of self-sacrifice.
Nepal’s Indigenous Blockading Nation For Election Reforms
Humanitarian catastrophe may follow from continued blockade by turbulent Nepal’s indigenous groups
Chinese Exile Chen Guangcheng Wins Human Rights Award
After fleeing country, exile Chen Guangcheng has made a life in the United States away from family