Fact-Finding Mission: Assessing The State of Internet Freedom to Ensure More Inclusive Democracy
In September 2023, APHR organized a fact-finding mission in Timor-Leste focused on the country’s efforts in expanding internet access and…
Theme: Transparency & Open Government
Democracy’s Future
This, in essence, captures the three-decade history of the Council of Asian Liberals and Democrats (CALD). For CALD Secretary General…
Delivering Democracy: The View less taken – How the energy transition and democracy need one another.
2023 saw the energy transition in Europe make significant strides. However, certain media narratives continue to imply that there is…
China’s Approach to Influencing Elections and Political Processes to its Strategic Advantage
Potential interference by the People’s Republic of China (PRC) in elections is a perennial concern. Seemingly unwilling to recognize how…
ASEAN’s continued engagement with Myanmar junta risks legitimizing illegal regime, Southeast Asian MPs say
In this statement, the ASEAN chairmanship, currently held by Laos, seeks to bring Myanmar back to meetings despite an agreement…
Defending Civic Space in the United States: Lessons Learned Around the World
In a context of democratic erosion, U.S. civil society organizations face a widening array of legal, political, and security threats.…
Democratic Resilience Facing Autocratic Influence in Latin America: Recommendations on the EU’s Potentialities and Challenges
The conclusions of the Conference for the Future of Europe show a strong commitment to the global support of democracy.…
Developing data systems: Five issues IREX and DG explored at Festival de Datos
Both IREX and Development Gateway: An IREX Venture (DG) participated in Festival de Datos. This conference, held in Uruguay from…
Toward enhanced climate ambition
This report was prepared by the Inter- American Development Bank (IDB) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The research,…
The role of civil society in monitoring IMF agreements
Governments are the sole parties that negotiate with the International Monetary Fund, which provides financial assistance to countries in or…