Pro-democracy Chinese students in Australia have been tracked, harassed, and intimidated by China’s government and sympathizers.
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Russian Police Raid Investigative Journalists’ Homes
On Tuesday, Russian police raided the homes of three investigative journalists who work for the independent news organization Proekt.
Some Still Hope For Democracy In Hong Kong
China’s has intensified its crackdown on democracy activists in Hong Kong. However, some still hope that democracy can prevail.
Democracies In South Asia Under Siege
A robust and vibrant democratic India, with a large economy and a strong military, is an eyesore for Communist authoritarian China.
Thai Democracy Activists March Against Government
On Thursday, pro-democracy demonstrators took to the streets of Thailand’s capital to resume calls for the government’s resignation.
Rise Of Billionaire Power In India Threatens Democracy
The rise of billionaire power in India poses a threat to the country’s democracy, which is an often overlooked facet of this trend.
China Steps Up Use Of Secret Detention Without Trial
China has increased its use of secret detention without trial, resulting in one of the world’s most extensive forced disappearance programs.
Thai University Hazing Rituals Foster Authoritarianism
Hazing is a decades-long practice to initiate first year students in Thailand. However, critics say the practice fosters authoritarianism.
Rodrigo Duterte Undoes Democracy In Philippines
Although President Rodrigo Duterte of the Philippines treats all problems as nails and has only one tool, a hammer, he still has supporters.
Cambodia Charges Environmentalists With Insulting King
Activists Sun Ratha, Ly Chandaravuth, and Yim Leanghy, were arrested last week for photographing rubbish flow into a municipal river.