LANGUAGE: English

UN Plastics Treaty: ‘We face the daunting challenge of taking on the fossil fuel industry’

ECONOMY | ENVIRONMENT

Saudi sportswashing plunges new depths

Decision to host World Cup in authoritarian state bad news for human rights

‘Syrians want peace and a chance to live a normal life, free from oppression and constant fear’

CONFLICT | CRISIS

‘If mainstream parties fail to address voter frustration, right-wing populism could grow’

‘Saudi Arabia hosts major international events to distract from its serious human rights abuses’

South Korea: democracy defended

People defeat presidential power grab

‘The election is just another tool to keep Lukashenko in power for as long as possible’

‘Many saw the election as a referendum on unmet expectations and poor governance’

‘The election of our first female president is an achievement, but the ruling party’s continued dominance raises concerns’

SOUTHERN AFRICA

‘South Korea’s democracy once again proved its strength in the face of an authoritarian challenge’