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Politics
Engagement With China Has Had a Multifaceted Impact on Latin American Democracy
By R. Evan Ellis
While Beijing may not deliberately promote authoritarian regimes in Latin America, implicit risks to the dynamics of democracies arise out of engagement with China.
Malaysian Court Slaps Down Former PM Najib’s House Arrest Bid
By Sebastian Strangio
The former leader's legal team claim that the former king issued an order allowing him to finish his sentence “under condition of home arrest.”
Mongolia’s Election Brings Diverse Multiparty Representation and Corruption Concerns
By Bolor Lkhaajav
The election installed four parties and one coalition in parliament, but also sparked allegations about bribery and vote-buying.
Where Is Australia’s Drug-fighting Money Going?
By Meg Grealy
Australia's drug budget heavily focuses on law enforcement over harm reduction and prevention, underscoring the need for more balanced, effective spending.
Bloggers in the Crosshairs: The Complex Reality of Media Freedom in Uzbekistan
By Sher Khashimov and Asiya Kerimova
Despite presidential promises, arrests of bloggers critical of the government highlight the fragility of free speech in Mirziyoyev's Uzbekistan.
Thai Constitutional Court to Conclude Key Political Cases By September
By Sebastian Strangio
The two high-profile cases could determine the fate of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and the opposition Move Forward Party.
North Koreans Are Seen Wearing Kim Jong Un Pins for the First Time
By Hyung-jin Kim
It’s another sign the North is boosting his personality cult to the level bestowed on his late dictator father and grandfather.
Mongolia’s Democracy in Action
By Anand Tumurtogoo
Snapshots from Mongolia's general election on June 28.
Akyn Askat Zhetigen Sentenced to 3 Years by Kyrgyz Court
By Catherine Putz
The musician’s social commentary is entirely within the grand tradition of Kyrgyz akyns going back centuries. But speaking up is risky business in Kyrgyzstan these days.
Thai PM Srettha Thavisin’s Approval Ratings Dip to New Low
By Sebastian Strangio
The latest NIDA survey also saw the opposition Move Forward Party extend its lead as the country's most popular party.
The Future of Cross-Strait Ties Under a Lai Presidency in Taiwan
By Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz
How will China approach a Lai-led Taiwan?
Counting Underway on Mongolia’s Parliamentary Election Marked by Efforts to Woo Disillusioned Voters
By Ken Moritsugu
With about 88 percent of the votes counted, the Mongolian People’s Party was leading, but the Democratic Party appeared to be doing better than the last election.