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

‘The rise of the populist right only further weakens trust in the political system’

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

‘We need systemic transformation to stop the climate crisis’

‘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’

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

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

‘Laos’s leadership of ASEAN raises serious human rights concerns’