People are increasingly disappearing into government custody in Bangladesh. Government authorities staunchly deny these allegations.
Asia articles on Democracy Chronicles
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Impact of Hong Kong pro-democracy protests on China and world is rattling
In impact terms, Hong Kong’s pro-democracy protests are rattling China and the world and “we may be seeing a tragedy unfolding again right before our eyes”.
Claims of disinformation in Hong Kong by Facebook and Twitter
Facebook, Twitter have made claims of disinformation in Hong Kong by China, taking down accounts purportedly used by its regime to spread disinformation.
Trump doesn’t buy Tlaib’s tears over Israel ban
Trump slams Tlaib after press conference on Israel ban after Rep. Rashida Tlaib was barred her from entering the country last week.
Japan & South Korea should ‘lead the charge’ for democracy in Asia, but….
Japan and South Korea should lead charge for democracy in Asia, argues Hudson Institute analyst John Lee. Recent developments cast doubt on that prospect.
‘Unprincipled cut-and-run’ would betray Afghanistan’s fragile democratic process
Does U.S. risk turning a chance for success in Afghanistan into a shameful failure? It could be dragged back into the conflict at a far greater cost.
Political undertones of trade war: will democracy prevail over dictatorship?
The Political undertones of the trade war between the USA and China are hinged on which will prevail, democracy or dictatorship.
Indian Government should Ensure Rights Protections in Kashmir
The Indian government should ensure that rights are protected after lifting some restrictions in Jammu and Kashmir State, Human Rights Watch.
How to dismantle a democracy
There are four key signs that democracy is under attack, The Economist observes, says the protests in Hong Kong and Russia highlight a paradox.
Another Tiananmen? Alarming echoes of 1989 in Hong Kong protests
Somewhat, another Tiananmen, cose to 1.7 million people took part in a peaceful pro-democracy protest in Hong Kong, the second-largest in two months ago.