Authoritarianism

Russia’s actions illustrate the issue of what to do when founding policies are used to prevent organizations from pursuing fundamental values.

As COP28 begins, our tracker provides expert analysis, updates on conference debates, and the latest climate coverage.

Some of the world’s largest democracies lack a clear vision for protecting civic space and human rights in the UN climate talks.

Whether observation missions in upcoming Sahel elections will help or hinder a return to civilian rule depends on a range of factors.

During COP28, the international community must protect space for the public to participate in the collective effort to fight climate change.

Annual index reveals new global trends in reversing authoritarianism but concerns about civil and justice systems. See also U.S. rankings.

Pressures from African countries and concerns about China and Russia gaining control of valuable minerals will require deft diplomacy.

Brain drain has been apparent for years under Erdogan and is likely to accelerate, as citizens lose hope of having a say over their future.

Hun Manet's father, Hun Sen, selected him as prime minister last month. He's finding support at the U.N. and with U.S. companies.

In many countries, it is possible for young children -- even babies -- to be corporate shareholders, offering a workaround for their parents.

Americans should pay attention to how Hungary lost its democracy, as their own leaders on the right embrace a similar course.

In hosting the G20 summit, Prime Minister Modi is touting a sustainable digital future. But privacy and data protection fall to the wayside.