Police removed barricades in Hong Kong on Tuesday, taking down a section of one of the protest movement's camps after two months of sit-ins. But it was a small step by the city's government, and the Occupy Central movement isn't likely to end any time soon.
Tunisia's new constitution explicitly recognizes women's rights, including the right to drive a cab. But Yamina Jaouani has been a taxi driver in Tunis for nearly 30 years.
The protests that forced Burkina Faso's longtime ruler to step down are echoing on the other side of the continent, where young protesters in Djibouti are calling for their own leader to step down after 15 years. They face not only a repressive government, but its international supporters as well.
If Taiwan ever reunites with mainland China, it will likely be under a "one country, two systems" policy like the one that governs Hong Kong. But as protests in Hong Kong have expanded and turned violent, demonstrators in Taipei say it's a warning sign for their island.
Organizers of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong have battled police throughout the weekend, saying officers used excessive force — including tear gas, pepper spray and batons — against peaceful demonstrations. But they also say demonstrations will continue.
University students in Hong Kong don't have a reputation for being zealous when it comes to politics. But on Monday, an estimated 13,000 young people turned out for a pro-democracy rally to send a message to the central government in Beijing and pave the way for a broader movement.
Hong Kong will elect its chief executive for the first time in 2017, but Beijing announced this weekend that the city will have to choose from a short slate of pre-approved candidates. Many Hong Kongers say that violates the mainland's pledges to allow democracy, and protesters are gearing up for action.
Just like in Hong Kong, pro-democracy activists in Macau have set up a referendum demanding the right to directly elect their leader. And just like in Hong Kong, the Chinese government isn't pleased.
Supporters of Egypt's ousted president took to the streets again to protest the removal of Mohammed Morsi from power. Over the weekend, security forces killed at least 83 Morsi supporters in clashes in Cairo.
If Taiwan ever reunites with mainland China, it will likely be under a "one country, two systems" policy like the one that governs Hong Kong. But as protests in Hong Kong have expanded and turned violent, demonstrators in Taipei say it's a warning sign for their island.
Alastair Crooke is a former European Union mediator involved in Islamist movements and the founder of the Conflicts Forum. He looks ahead into the unknown territory faced by Egypt.
Just like in Hong Kong, pro-democracy activists in Macau have set up a referendum demanding the right to directly elect their leader. And just like in Hong Kong, the Chinese government isn't pleased.
Omar Khalifa is the managing director at O Media, a media company in Cairo. He says his country is not ready for democracy yet, even though he supports freedom.
Voters in Ghana head to the polls this weekend and leaders hope the election will be an example of democracy at work in Africa. The World's Laura Lynch reports from Accra.
Anchor Marco Werman speaks with Mark Canning, the British ambassador to Myanmar, also known as Burma. The ambassador was one of the few outside observers allowed to witness the current trial of Burmese pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
Tunisia's anti-government revolution inspired protesters in Egypt. Reporter Sabri Ben-Achour of station WAMU is just back from the North African nation. He tells anchor Lisa Mullins what has changed for the people of Tunisia, and what has not.
Sudanese who are in the United States are following the situation in Sudan very closely. Among that group are many so-called Lost Boys, who fled Sudan's civil war as children. The World's Alex Gallafent spoke to some of them in New York.
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Global Politics
Some Taiwanese see their unwanted future unfolding in Hong Kong
Global Voices Online
September 29, 2014
If Taiwan ever reunites with mainland China, it will likely be under a "one country, two systems" policy like the one that governs Hong Kong. But as protests in Hong Kong have expanded and turned violent, demonstrators in Taipei say it's a warning sign for their island.
Global Politics
What Does Democracy Look Like in the Mideast?
The Takeaway
February 02, 2011
Alastair Crooke is a former European Union mediator involved in Islamist movements and the founder of the Conflicts Forum. He looks ahead into the unknown territory faced by Egypt.
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Justice
First Hong Kong, now Macau — China's former Western colonies demand democracy and face crackdowns
Global Voices Online
August 30, 2014
Just like in Hong Kong, pro-democracy activists in Macau have set up a referendum demanding the right to directly elect their leader. And just like in Hong Kong, the Chinese government isn't pleased.
Conflict & Justice
Egypt: A Voice in Support of Mubarak
The Takeaway
February 03, 2011
Omar Khalifa is the managing director at O Media, a media company in Cairo. He says his country is not ready for democracy yet, even though he supports freedom.
Global Politics
Taliban threatens phone operators
PRI's The World
February 25, 2008
Anchor Lisa Mullins speaks with reporter David Axe about the threat issued today by the Taliban against Afghanistan's mobile phone operators
Global Politics
China urbanization series: Shenzhen
PRI's The World
July 07, 2008
The World's Mary Kay Magistad begins a series of reports on China's rapid urbanization. More than half of China's population now lives in cities,
Global Politics
Elections in Ghana
PRI's The World
December 05, 2008
Voters in Ghana head to the polls this weekend and leaders hope the election will be an example of democracy at work in Africa. The World's Laura Lynch reports from Accra.
Global Politics
Burmese pro-democracy leader on trial
PRI's The World
May 20, 2009
Anchor Marco Werman speaks with Mark Canning, the British ambassador to Myanmar, also known as Burma. The ambassador was one of the few outside observers allowed to witness the current trial of Burmese pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
Arts, Culture & Media
Tunisia after the revolution
PRI's The World
February 07, 2011
Tunisia's anti-government revolution inspired protesters in Egypt. Reporter Sabri Ben-Achour of station WAMU is just back from the North African nation. He tells anchor Lisa Mullins what has changed for the people of Tunisia, and what has not.
Conflict & Justice
Sudanese in US watch elections back home
PRI's The World
April 09, 2010
Sudanese who are in the United States are following the situation in Sudan very closely. Among that group are many so-called Lost Boys, who fled Sudan's civil war as children. The World's Alex Gallafent spoke to some of them in New York.