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The coup in Gabon highlights a fundamental cause of coups throughout Africa: The demise of electoral processes and the rising popularity of military a
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The landslide victory of Aung San Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy (NLD) in the November 8 elections is a harbinger of changing times in Myanmar. Winning clear majority, bagging more than 2/3rds of seats, the NLD has been placed in a position to steer reforms in the country.
The world frets as Aung San Suu Kyi is tried on multiple grounds. Has the tombstone of Myanmar democracy been laid?
As Myanmar marks its second year under military rule, the burning question now is would 2023 be any different?
Even before the Opposition National League for Democracy (NLD) could celebrate its victory in the recently-concluded by-elections, Myanmar is facing its first test as a nascent and evolving democracy.
The reforms in Myanmar took yet another symbolic step in the past few weeks with Aung San Suu Kyi, the leader of the National League for Democracy (NLD) and the nation's crusader for democracy, set foot for the first time outside the country in over 24 years.
The country has already seen three years of Thein Sein government, a critical phase in the history of Myanmar, which back then was on the throes of transition to democracy.
NATO and India share common values of freedom and democracy and an interest in a stable and secure Indo-Pacific
The Nepalese revolution is only the latest manifestation of the power of the people in compelling dictatorial forces to yield. In February 1986, the Philippine people had brought down a dictatorship and restored democracy in their dramatic four-day People Power Revolution.
Despite former king Gyanendra's attempts to revive the golden days of monarchy in Nepal, it will not be an easy return given the monarchy's past role in muzzling the voice of democracy.
As the Maldives, Bhutan, and Bangladesh head toward elections, they continue to commit to democracy
In a world buffeted by multiple headwinds, it appears that we have a dearth of progressive leadership. How can individuals and institutions rise abo
Pakistan's Prime Minister-designate Shaukat Aziz has been elected to the National Assembly with a thumping majority. His victory is being projected as a peaceful transition of power¿from Jamali to Shujaat to Aziz-- and as a sign of democracy maturing in Pakistan.
Bhutan's honeymoon with democracy seems to be facing its first challenge, that too from unexpected quarters. For a nation that boasts of measuring its national wealth in terms of Gross National Happiness (GNH) and not conventionally in GDP.
Various aspects of Nazi rule have received copious amounts of attention in the form of books, documentaries, films and a range of highly scholastic an
Many historic moments have come and gone in Pakistan's 65 years, but never before has a democratically elected government completed a full term. As a "new" Pakistan readies for election, the question is - will Pakistanis make democracy work?
It may not have been pretty, but the finish-line is within sight for the Zardari-led coalition government in Pakistan. And the first democratic transfer of power is a significant milestone in the growth of democracy in the country.
Facts on the ground suggest that Army Chief, Qamar Javed Bajwa, and his army are interested only in the formal trappings of democracy.
People have voted against the military’s political favourites but General Munir still gets to cook up the next coalition government
Get away from the barter system of vote bank politics. Politicians need to rise above petty politics and show they haven't got feet of Vernacular clay. This will be the first step to prove to the world that we are a mature democracy.
It is almost as if we today face an impossible trinity: liberalism, democracy, and freedom. Once these three were assumed to march together, yet today
Peru has shuffled through six presidents in five years. If Peruvians are to escape this ‘impeachment trap,’ they must enact certain reforms.
The rise of Narendra Modi from the Gujarat chief ministerial chair to that of the prime minister of the world's largest democracy within a short period of 18 months as a phenomenon is being studied, analysed and written about across the world but there is more to come.
India’s concerns on Maldivian democracy and on the China front would remain, as standalone issues.
China's assessment of its threat environment has evolved under President Xi Jinping, who underscores the imperative of bolstering traditional and non-traditional security. The Chinese Communist Party believes that inimical forces will attempt to overthrow it by penetrating the ideological sphere. Additionally, following the tumultuous presidential succession in the US in 2021, China has sought to cast doubts on the virtues of democracy, and is le
Democracy is about winning elections, forming stable governments, governing efficiently and ensuring justice.
Those in charge of India’s governance, both at the Centre and in the States, need to understand the 21st century politics are at cross-purposes with
Till today, women across the world remain underrepresented in politics. This needs to change.
Pressure that both sides face from the United States and the West gives their partnership new depth.
The Russian President’s actions this week may yield tactical gains but hardly pass the test for strategic victory
The respect of civil rights and liberties is the backbone of democracies. To undermine these fundamental rights is to undermine democracy — abroad,
The author writes upon, regional parties role in India, in the country’s parliamentary democracy
The legal lacunae in regulating political parties and election finance need to be plugged
It is about recognising that while cities offer economic opportunities to millions, they come with poor and overcrowded housing, lack of safe water an
Countries endowed with small populations, large geographical area, and greater richness enjoy the luxury of practicing the details of democracy at lei
The great hero of the anti-Nazi struggle turns out to have been an admirer of Fascism and dictatorship. As for democracy, Churchill was a late conve
Not only is the military coup causing wariness over the future of democracy in Southeast Asia, but it also represents yet another challenge to existin
In the post-COVID-19 world, relevant middle powers like India with fine negotiating skills and a co-operative attitude will stand out
Africa has become essential to Russia’s geostrategic posture as Moscow seeks to overcome the backlash to its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. However, in the face of isolation and a contracting economy, Russia has realised that cultivating an entry point in Africa through conventional means such as foreign direct investment (FDI), trade, development assistance, or cultural and educational exchanges may not be its best option. Instead, Mosc
The European Union (EU) and India must script the future together. The values that we cherish—indeed our very way of life—may depend on it.
Senegal’s President’s decision not to seek reelection for a third time is a reason to cheer and an inspiration to move towards democracy for the r
The one thing Nawaz Sharief should do on day one is to issue an order placing the ISI under civilian leadership. This will de-fang the Army of the most potent instrument it uses to distort Pakistani democracy.
The speed limit on Indian roads should be reconsidered only after stringent road regulations are in place to deal with issues unique to India
Whether Indians have great expectations from their new Prime Minister Narendra Modi or not, India's neighbours, who see in the emergence of Modi from a grassroots-level politician to become the Prime Minister of the world's largest democracy, seem to have expectations and aspirations unmatched in the recent past.
Criticisms regarding police powers for the provinces have stalled the execution of 13A in Sri Lanka
India may consider a joint-patrol mechanism, either bilateral or under the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC), as it would also help keep the fishers’
