POLITICS
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Bangladesh elections: Sheikh Hasina wins a brute majority. But Dhaka loses some democracy
Its 11th General Elections have in fact left Bangladesh poorer in terms of its democratic processes, diversity and freedoms.
POLITICS
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Brazil's own Donald Trump? This Brazil election, right-wing populism seems set for a win
After the US and much of Europe, a party marked by xenophobia, authoritarianism and misogyny threatens Latin America’s most prized democracy.
POLITICS
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The Maldives votes for freedom - but Delhi can't rejoice yet
India should be pleased with the Maldives choosing democracy over dictatorship. But it should not imagine that China's powerful influence will pale in Male anytime soon.
POLITICS
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