How Tanzania’s Elections Reflect Africa’s Democratic Collapse
When Samia Suluhu Hassan was sworn in as Tanzania’s first female president in 2021, many hoped she would usher in a new chapter
Argentina’s Great Gamble: Milei On The Edge
Sweeping into power on an ultraconservative social platform and a libertarian economic platform, Milei’s victory in the 2023 elections was hailed as a
Is Starmer’s New Immigration Policy A Shift To The Right?
This is an interesting move, as he is claiming the political territory that often belongs to right-wing parties. Can centre-left parties retain moral credibility on immigration while answering electorates demanding tougher controls?
Explainer: Who is Sheikh Hasina?
In November 2025, the tribunal found Hasina guilty of crimes against humanity, citing unlawful killings, widespread brutality, and systematic repression of civilian protestors. She was sentenced to death in a trial held in absentia.
Opinion: Senae Takaichi: Japan’s Iron Lady
Last month, Japan elected its first female Prime Minister in its history, as Sanae Takaichi was became leader of the Liberal Democratic party
Opinion: Votes at 16 are coming, yet millions may still be ignored
As seen in Make Votes Matter. In 2029, 16- and 17-year-olds will be able to vote in a UK general election for the first time.
Opinion: Is Labour’s New Sentencing Bill Doing Enough?
How can the Government prevent a black market or underground economy from developing?
APEC 2025 – Shifting Alliances and New Realities in East Asia
The 2025 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit concluded in South Korea with a mix of optimism and tension, reflecting how East Asia’s alliances
Opinion: Populist Politicians Are Threatening Democracy
Populism isn’t politics as usual; it’s democracy’s slow undoing. Voters need to wake up to the tactics of populists like Trump and Farage!
The Emperor’s Shadow – Xi Jinping’s New Great Purge
President Xi, now in an unprecedented fourth term has orchestrated the biggest set of purges since Mao. Justifying his actions by labelling those