2024

Pakistan’s election outcomes leave many unhappy

Voters have signalled they want an end to army’s power

‘After being an example of democracy in Africa, we are increasingly tending towards authoritarianism’

‘Marriage equality is likely to pass – and inspire change in other Asian countries’

‘We need systemic transformation to stop the climate crisis’

ECONOMY | ENVIRONMENT

‘The regime uses executions to maintain its grip on power through fear and intimidation’

‘Real or perceived repression has created a climate of self-censorship among people’

‘National security cannot justify the use of spyware on journalists’

El Salvador: a victory for popular authoritarianism

President Bukele’s security successes rewarded with absolute power

CENTRAL AMERICA

‘A new civil society coalition is emerging to defend democracy against extremism’

‘To change global institutions, we must think boldly while acting strategically’

GLOBAL GOVERNANCE