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View news about the struggle for democracy on the continent of Asia where giants of China and India hover large. Asia represents a huge portion of the human race where both some of the best and worst governments coexist. Also see our World Democracy section!

India: Why Are Punjab Political Singers Under Attack?

June 8, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

India: Why Are Punjab Political Singers Under Attack?

The murder of Sidhu Moose Wala has brought attention to the link between Punjabi music and India’s cross-border criminal networks.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: Asia, India, Journalism and Free Speech

Opinion: In the world’s largest democracy, ‘looking Muslim’ could cost your life

May 25, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Opinion: In the world's largest democracy, 'looking Muslim' could cost your life

Although it prides itself with being the world’s largest democracy, India has come under the spotlight for anti-democratic trends.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, India, Journalism and Free Speech, Religion and Democracy

Eurovision Vote Hacking Attempt Foiled, Police Say

May 18, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Eurovision Vote Hacking Attempt Foiled, Police Say

According to Italian authorities, hackers who are loyal to Russia attempted to sabotage voting for the Eurovision Song Contest.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Europe, Russia

Prominent Hong Kong Democracy Advocates Arrested

May 17, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Prominent Hong Kong Democracy Advocates Arrested

China has made new arrests in its crackdown against democracy in Hong Kong. Among the five arrested is retired Cardinal Joseph Zen.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, Dictatorships, Hong Kong

The Macbethian Tragedy Of Indonesian Democracy

May 12, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

The Macbethian Tragedy Of Indonesian Democracy

In Indonesia, youth are mourning the demise of democracy. Their vigil was a colorful gathering that devolved into violence on April 11th.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Democracy Protests, Indonesia

Why The Marcos Family Is So Infamous In The Philippines

May 12, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Why The Marcos Family Is So Infamous In The Philippines

Ferdinand Marcos Jr, nicknamed “Bongbong”, is poised to be the next leader of the Philippines, but the Marcos family is infamous.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Celebrity Politics, Philippines

VPN Use Skyrockets In Russia During Ukraine Invasion

May 8, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

VPN Use Skyrockets In Russia During Ukraine Invasion

To overcome the tight controls on the internet aimed at reducing conversations on the Ukraine war, Russians are turning to VPN.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Dictatorships, Internet and Democracy, Russia

How China Is Stepping Up Harassment Of Foreign Correspondents

May 8, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

How China Is Stepping Up Harassment Of Foreign Correspondents

Journalists reporting the deadly floods of 2021 in Zhengzhou city, Henan province, were accused of a smear campaign against China.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, Dictatorships, Journalism and Free Speech

Journalists Assaulted Amid Political Transition In Pakistan

May 8, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Journalists Assaulted Amid Political Transition In Pakistan

Ever since the transition started in Pakistan, journalists have faced assault and online and legal harassment according to sources. 

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Journalism and Free Speech, Pakistan

Sri Lanka: The Divisions Behind The Country’s United Protests

May 6, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Sri Lanka: The Divisions Behind The Country's United Protests

Although Sri Lankans have been protesting against bad governance, there are deep societal and political divisions behind the curtains.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Democracy Protests, Sri Lanka

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