World’s largest Muslim nation can solidify democracy in Indonesia Presidential Vote
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Hong Kong Citizens Vote for Independence From Beijing
Hong Kong citizens have voted in an unofficial referendum to gain Independence from Beijing, a move that has annoyed Beijing. Only the future will tell if Beijing will keep it’s promise of elections in 2017.
Thousands March in Afghan Election Fraud Protest
Fury at Afghan election fraud brings huge protest to streets of Kabul
Political Crackdown in China Intensifying
Crackdown in China has been launched on pro-democracy group following the 25th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square Massacre, the infamous incident where the government massacred thousands of innocent protesters backing democratic values and freedoms
Positive and Negative Trends for Indonesia Presidential Contenders
Fortunes of Indonesia Presidential contenders rests on pleasing giant and diverse nation
Afghan Runoff Sees High Turnout Amid Endless War
Focus turns to fair count after citizens arrive in millions to vote in historic Afghan runoff
India and China Meet to Discuss Their Three Billion People
After election of new government in India and China meet-up, world will turn on new relationship
New Laws Steadily Erode Southeast Asia Internet Freedom
Malaysia and Thailand leading steady decline in Asia internet freedom marking dramatic u-turn
Indonesia Presidential Campaign Period Begins
Following recent India vote, Indonesia Presidential campaign to continue focus on Asia democracy
Memories of Tiananmen Draw Hong Kong Democracy March
Hong Kong democracy protests have sought reform to city election laws but China remains against