The Wave of Planetary Authoritarianism: It Cannot Happen Here
The article discusses the declining belief that democracy can be removed from wealthy countries despite rising global authoritarianism, emphasizing economic development as a stabilizing factor for democracy.
Liberals accept Tory budget changes on sweeping cabinet power proposals
The Canadian federal Liberals accepted a Conservative proposal to add restrictions on new cabinet powers aimed at enhancing competitiveness, amid concerns over the implications for democracy.
Lula claims that Brazil and India are the largest democracies of the 'Global South', excluding China
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva stated that India and Brazil are the largest democracies in the Global South, intentionally excluding China from this classification.
So that the lamp of human rights does not go out
The global human rights system faces unprecedented challenges that threaten its foundational principles and efficacy amidst shifting global power dynamics and emerging threats.
Will democracy withstand the changes in the international order?
The article discusses the challenges to democracy in the face of significant global changes, particularly emphasizing remarks made by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the World Economic Forum.
DEMOCRACY or AUTOCRACY? India's Role in 21st Century Global Power Dynamics
Lennart Käämer discusses India's pivotal role in determining the balance between authoritarianism and democracy in the 21st century.
Appearances in Germany: Ocasio-Cortez Frustrated About 'Unrealistic' Reports
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez expresses her frustration over media reports that focus on trivial matters instead of the critical global state of democracies.
The Shiny Marble of Democracy
A recent report by Human Rights Watch indicates a significant decline in liberal democracies, comparing the current situation to that of 1985.
Canada can’t be ‘naive’ to China’s transnational repression threat: report
A new report warns Canada to remain cautious in its relations with China, highlighting transnational repression as a significant threat to security and democracy.
Rallies held across the world in support of Iran’s anti-government protesters
Global rallies have taken place in support of Iranian anti-government protesters facing severe repression, with significant participation in cities worldwide.
Elections are reshaping global politics
Recent elections worldwide are significantly influencing global political dynamics amidst ongoing concerns over democracy's decline.
Bangladesh vote 'a canary in a coalmine for developments in the Global South', expert says
An expert discusses the significance of the upcoming Bangladesh election as a reflection of broader trends impacting developing nations.
Why most democracies won’t touch Trump’s Board of Peace
The Trump-led Board of Peace, meant to address global harmony, is being shunned by key Western nations concerned about its unilateral nature.
Africa: Corruption Remains Global Threat As Transparency International Warns of Leadership Decline
The 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index by Transparency International highlights ongoing corruption as a major global issue, urging leaders to address challenges to governance and democracy.
Director of Human Rights Watch: "AI in the hands of authoritarian governments will accelerate their ability to control and surveil the population"
Philippe Bolopion, director of Human Rights Watch, expresses concern that AI could enhance the control and surveillance capabilities of authoritarian governments, especially in light of shifting global alliances.
'Democracy loses out': France sinks to new low in annual global corruption index
France has reached a historical low in the global corruption index, raising concerns about democracy amid various high-profile scandals.
Study: Corruption is not decreasing, Denmark and Finland lead the list of exemplary countries
A new report from Transparency International indicates that while Denmark remains the least corrupt nation, Finland follows closely in a time when overall global corruption appears to be rising.
D. Tsiodras in the European Parliament: The time for truth has come for Europe
Dimitris Tsiodras, a Greek MEP, emphasizes the need for the EU to recognize its external borders as common frontiers and speak with a unified voice on global issues.
Decline in World Democracies: The U.S. Has Never Been This Low
The article discusses the alarming decline in global democracy, particularly highlighting the United States' unprecedented low levels amid pressures from former President Donald Trump's administration.
Transparency International: Corruption is Globally on the Rise
Transparency International reports a global rise in corruption, with societal pressures leading to the dismantling of anti-corruption laws and budgets, although Germany appears to resist this trend.
UK and US sink to new lows in global index of corruption
The latest corruption index reveals significant declines in the UK and US, with concerns about democratic institutions eroding due to political donations and state targeting of activists.
Fighting for language is fighting for democracy
The article discusses the importance of language in safeguarding democracy and the EU's values against global authoritarianism.
Canada ‘disappointed’ over Jimmy Lai’s 20-year prison sentence in Hong Kong
Canada expresses disappointment after pro-democracy advocate Jimmy Lai receives a 20-year prison sentence under Hong Kong's national security law.
Can democracy keep the reins of capitalism, or will it be swallowed by it?
The article discusses the current challenges democracy faces against the backdrop of extreme wealth concentration and taxation, highlighting global efforts towards fiscal justice.
Tinubu, reclaim Nigeria’s info sovereignty from Big Tech
The Nigerian Press Organisation warns that without regulatory action, global tech companies are undermining Nigeria's media landscape and democracy.
In Brazil, it is not the far right that rejects miscegenation
The article discusses the peculiarities of the debate on miscegenation in Brazil, contrasting local perspectives with the global rise of far-right ideologies.
Democracy Under Siege
According to the 2026 global report by Human Rights Watch, democracy worldwide has regressed to 1985 levels, with 72% of the global population living under authoritarian regimes.
From the Cold War to Modern Chaos: The Evolution of the Global Order, According to Gianfranco Pasquino
The article discusses Gianfranco Pasquino's views on the challenges and evolution of the international liberal order from the post-World War II period to the present day.
The advance of reaction cannot be resolved with silence
The article discusses the current political offensive aiming to reverse recent democratic gains and the need for a democratic polarization to confront authoritarian transformations in modern states.
Human Rights Organization Warns About Trump's USA
Human Rights Watch warns that the USA is becoming an authoritarian state under President Donald Trump, highlighting a significant decline in global democracy and serious human rights violations including actions by immigration authority ICE.
The Call: Unite Against Trump, Russia, and China
The Human Rights Watch World Report 2026 highlights a global recession of democracy, posing the question of whether human rights can survive in a Trump-led world influenced by both Russia and China.
Human Rights Watch: 72% of the World's Population Lives Under Authoritarian Regimes
Human Rights Watch warns in its annual report that 72% of the world's population currently resides under authoritarian regimes, highlighting a significant threat to human rights and calling for a challenge to global authoritarianism.
Trump-led abuses amid ‘democratic recession’ put human rights in peril, HRW report says
A Human Rights Watch report highlights a global 'democratic recession' where nearly 75% of the population lives under autocratic rule, threatening the foundation of human rights.
Albares proposes a Global Alliance for Multilateralism and the PP accuses him of 'whitewashing the Venezuelan dictatorship and demolishing Spanish democracy'
Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares highlights the threats to peace and international norms and suggests forming a global alliance for multilateralism, while facing criticism from the PP for allegedly supporting tyrannical regimes.
A Harsh New World Requires a Harsher Europe
The article discusses the need for a tougher European response in the face of global challenges posed by leaders like Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump in an increasingly illiberal international order.
Why Millions of People Vote for Authoritarians?
The article discusses the alarming decline in global democracy since 2012 and highlights that less than 12 percent of the world's population now lives in liberal democracies, the lowest in fifty years.
For Peace and Multilateralism, a Sovereign Europe
The article emphasizes the need for Europe to recognize its strength and assert its position among major global political powers, as international order and values of peace and security are under threat.
US Attack on Venezuela: "Europe must manage its decline with dignity"
Political scientist Daniel Marwecki argues that the U.S. is returning to a multipolar world, and Europe is clinging to outdated illusions as America shifts its justification for military actions away from democracy and freedom.
German President Harshly Attacks Trump: 'Turns the World into a Den of Thieves'
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier sharply criticized U.S. foreign policy under Donald Trump, warning against allowing the global order to devolve into a 'den of thieves.'
Reactions of world and European leaders to the situation in Venezuela: From enthusiasm to caution
The U.S. military intervention in Venezuela and the arrest of President Nicolás Maduro have elicited a spectrum of responses from global and European leaders, who predominantly advocate for a peaceful and democratic transition from the dictatorial regime.
2026: The Year Democracy is Put to the Test
The article discusses the impending challenges to democracy in 2026, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the United States, highlighting the concerns over authoritarianism and the weakening resolve of its opponents.
New Year's Address of the Chancellor: 'Let us not listen to the fearmongers and the pessimists'
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz calls on citizens to trust his government and democracy amidst global challenges and domestic turbulence as he prepares the nation for a difficult year ahead.