Hong Kong’s civil liberties are at risk, with free speech stifled and police given the power to arrest people who oppose the government.
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Hong Kong Book Fair Sees Self-Censorship
Booksellers at Hong Kong’s annual book fair have indulged in self-censorship, offering a reduced selection of “politically sensitive” books.
Nepal’s Democracy Enters Another Challenging Phase
The Supreme Court has reinstated the House of Representatives for the second time in five months, as a political impasse grows in Nepal.
Russian Authorities Strike At Investigative Reporting
Yet another setback for independent journalism in Russia as authorities designate Project Media Inc. as an “undesirable foreign organization”.
Democracy Attacked as World Battles COVID
While the world was distracted with COVID-19 democracy was quietly being attacked globally such as in Hungary, Brazil, Belarus, China.
Leaked Kremlin Papers: Putin Plotted to put Trump in White House
Vladimir Putin personally authorized a secret spy agency operation to ensure victory for a “mentally unstable” Donald Trump in 2016.
China bans pro-democracy candidates in Macau elections
China has banned pro-democracy candidates from Macau elections. This follows China’s anti-democracy end game in Hong Kong.
Vietnam Jails High-Profile Journalist
In a closed-door trial Friday, a Vietnam court jailed former radio journalist and pro-democracy activist Pham Chi Thanh for over 5 years.
One Family Gaining Control Of Sri Lankan Government
Sri Lanka’s President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s three brothers and two of his nephews now hold key positions in his administration.
Hong Kong Democracy Activists Face September Trial
47 Hong Kong pro-democracy activists will go on trial September after prosecutors were given more time to build a case against them.