International Affairs Forum

Sat. October 05, 2024

IAF Articles: Democratization

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for the Democratization Topic

‘Naya’ Pakistan: A story of failed Hybrid Democratic Setup

Essay analyzes Pakistan's hybrid democracy and its challenges. By Hrithik Singh. (12/10/2021)

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Democracy and Human Rights as Basis for Lasting Peace

Summary of a public lecture given by H.E. Kjell Magne Bondevik, Norway’s longest serving non-Labour Prime Minister (1997-2005), and President of the Oslo Center. By Isabella Maria Bello Arocha. (0... Read More...

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The Future of Democracy: In Peril?

In this new issue of International Affairs Forum, experts around the world discuss the future of democracy and challenges it faces. February 2021

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Ethnicity and Democratization in Ethiopia

Paper explores the challenges of nation-building due to the politicization of ethnic identities in Ethiopia and how it has hindered the democratization process. By Melale Hailu. (02/05/2... Read More...

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IA Forum - The Post-Pandemic World

In the latest issue of International Affairs Forum, experts from around the world examine aspects of a post-Pandemic globe. 07/21/2020

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Self-Determination Between Two Giants: Geopolitical Obstacles to Democracy in Nepal

Nepal's bumpy path toward democracy. By Jack Shangraw. 12/30/2019

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Hong Kong: No more of China’s disheartened capitalism, please

Social dimensions of the Hong Kong protests. By Wan T. Lee. (12/12/2019)

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An “Asian Democracy” or a Quality Democracy?

Paper examines the divergence between the governments of Singapore and Malaysia and meaningful democracy. (06/08/2017)

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Myanmar Booms – In Ways Good and Bad

Paper analyzes Myanmar’s transition to democracy. By Jeroen Gelsing. (07/27/2015)

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Latin America Sees Second Leftist Wave

In 2014, there were presidential elections in El Salvador, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia, and Uruguay, with right-of-center and pro-business parties losing every contest. Wher... Read More...

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This is not 1989

Contrary to what many believe, recent protests in Hong Kong to not compare well to Tiannanmen Square. By Barclay Bram Shoemaker. (10/08/2014)

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Are we asking for too much from Mali?

Should Mali be given assistance? An analysis of Mali and look into its future. By Dr. Christos Kyrou. (04/26/2013) Read More...

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Delivering on the Commitments and Pledges of Afghanistan Conferences

Analysis of recent conference, Afghanistan and the International Community. Can commitments and agreements with Afghanistan deliver as promised? By M. Ashraf Haidari (05/24/2012) Read More...

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IA-Forum Interview: Kristin Smith Diwan

IA-Forum speaks with American University's Kristin Smith Diwan about democratization and the prospects for peace in the Middle East. By Valentine Pasquesoone (02/10/2009) Read More...

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IA-Forum Interview: Mohammed Abu Nimer and Saji Prelis

IA-Forum speaks with Mohammed Abu Nimer and Saji Prelis of American University's Peacebuilding and Development Institute about the Middle East and prospects for peace. By Valentine Pasquesoone (02/08... Read More...

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IA-Forum Interview: David A. Andelman

The Editor of the World Policy Journal David A. Andelman talks about Globalization, the lessons of Versailles, and what makes and breaks a nation-state. By George Pieler and Jens Laurson. (11/11/2008... Read More...

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IA-Forum Interview: Rana Mitter

IA-Forum speaks with Dr. Rana Mitter, lecturer in modern Chinese history and politics at Oxford University, about the relationship between war and nationalism in China. By Jason Miks (08/11/2008) Read More...

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IA-Forum Interview: Ambassador David Shinn

IA-Forum speaks with Amb. David Shinn, former U.S. ambassador to Burkina Faso and Ethiopia, about the current situation in Zimbabwe. By Kathryn Kersavage (07/10/2008) Read More...

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IA-Forum: Prof. Cynthia McClintock

IA-Forum also posed the same set of questions to Prof. Cynthia McClintock, Director of the Latin American and Hemispheric Studies Program at the Elliott School of International Affairs, George Washing... Read More...

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IA-Forum Interview: Kenneth Ballen

IA-Forum speaks with Kenneth Ballen, president of Terror Free Tomorrow: The Center for Public Opinion, about his organization's latest polling research. IA-Forum (05/18/2008) Read More...

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Madhav Nalapat keynote address on Taiwan

Transcript of keynote address delivered by Madhav Nalapat at the Bangalore University Conference on Taiwan in the 21st Century on April 25th, 2008. (04/27/2008) Read More...

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IA-Forum Interview: Prof. David Chandler

IA-Forum speaks with Prof. David Chandler about Western interventions in the name of promoting democracy. By Katharine Slocombe (IA-Forum, 03/17/2008) Read More...

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Ambassador Haron Amin responds

Afghanistan's Ambassador to Japan, HE Haron Amin, responds to our recent roundtable and shares his thoughts on his country's future. (03/13/2008) Read More...

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IA-Forum Interview: Jack Snyder

International Affairs Forum speaks with Jack Snyder about international relations theory and democracy. By Neal Wells (IA-Forum, 02/29/2008) Read More...

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IA-Forum Interview: Assistant Prof. Elke Zuern

International Affairs Forum discusses the upcoming presidential election in Zimbabwe, and the current economic crisis, with Assistant Professor Elke Zuern. By Vanessa Kortekaas (IA-Forum, 03/06/2008) Read More...

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IA-Forum Interview: Prof. Victoria Graham

International Affairs Forum speaks with Victoria Graham of the University of Johannesburg about the recent Zimbabwean elections and the country's suspension from the Commonwealth of African Nations. B... Read More...

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IA-Forum Interview: Assistant Prof. Jacqueline Klopp

IA-Forum speaks with Columbia University's Jacqueline Klopp about the current political crisis in Kenya, the causes of violence, and future prospects for democracy. By Vanessa Kortekaas (IA-Forum, 03/... Read More...

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IA-Forum Interview: Prof. Saria Mithul

IA-Forum speaks with Prof. Saria Mithul of Wilson College about the recent violence in Chad, its origins, and possible solutions to the conflict. By Tarun George (IA-Forum, 03/03/2008) Read More...

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