The demo-optimism from five years ago in Southeast Asia is dimming as democracy is, in turn, rapidly backsliding in the region.
Dictatorships articles on Democracy Chronicles
Here you will find our latest news on dictatorships around the world. These articles attempt to shine a light on the ridiculous, bizarre, and inhumane ramifications that result from organizing human societies without consent of the humans. The worst abuses of dictatorships will be covered here as well as their most outrageous behavior. Also see our section on the Political Dissidents who struggle against dictatorships across the world.
“From the errors of other nations, let us learn wisdom.”
Thomas Paine
Russia Passes Law Letting Putin Run For President Twice More
Russia has enacted a new law that will let Vladimir Putin to run again for the presidency twice. Putin has been in power since 2000.
Is Cameroon’s Dictator Paul Biya Preparing Son To Rule Next?
There is growing speculation about Cameroon’s Paul Biya preparing son to rule next. Biya, 88, in office since 1982, ends latest term in 2025.
Dictatorships Play Whack-A-Mole With African Digital Rights
African dictatorships are playing whack-a-mole with African digital rights, inventing restrictive policies to suppress freedom of speech.
An Alliance Of Autocracies, And China Wants To Lead
President Biden wants to create a “democracy coalition.” China is making it clear that it also wants to lead an “alliance of autocracies”.
Myanmar Funerals Become Platforms For Pro-Democracy Protests
Some of the funerals for victims of state violence held in Myanmar on Sunday became platforms for opposition to the country’s junta.
Chinese Propaganda Mocks Criticism Of Conditions In Xinjiang
A digital illustration by Chinese propaganda artist mocks Western governments, media, and companies for criticizing Xinjiang labor conditions.
Cameroon: Prospects For Democracy, Peace and Stability
Cameroon’s prospects for democracy, peace and stability are worrying as over-the-counter transfer of power looms in a difficult context.
People Can Differentiate Dictators And Elected Leaders Just From Pictures
An interesting new study has found out that people may identify an unfamiliar politician as an autocrat or a democratically elected leader.
5-Year-Old Among Almost 100 Killed in Myanmar Protests
This is just the latest example of the military authorities’ determination to kill their way out of nationwide resistance to the coup.