Why have democracies proven unable to halt the North Korean dictatorship’s development of nuclear weapons?

Authoritarian rule in China poses a growing threat to democracy elsewhere.

As Papua New Guinea's election approaches, its human rights record remains troubling.

Xavier Marquez’s analysis of authoritarianism doesn’t focus on Central Asia, but implications for the region are clear.

To serve as a model regional organization, ASEAN can no longer ignore human rights violations.

Donald Trump's electoral tactics in the United States echo the practices of many Indian politicians.

The key to global order may lie with Asia's emerging democracies.

Successive Indian governments appear to be abusing the country's colonial-era sedition law.

No reason to grow contemptuous of direct democracy after 'Brexit'. This was always about politicians and politics.

The island nation’s “democratic transition” leaves plenty to be desired.

Not quite yet, but realities will prevail.

For many in Myanmar, criticisms of the recent elections are immaterial and the reality on the ground is much different.

A recently published article on USAID’s blog is cause for concern.

As Myanmar approaches a historic election, things appear stable, though uncertainty persists.

Do Sri Lankans have confidence in the process and practice of their democracy?

Months after Mohamed Nasheed's show trial, democracy and the rule of law show no signs of recovery in the Maldives.