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Democratization

Here Are Five Reasons Why the Malaysian Elections Matter

By Ermin Sinanović // May 30, 2018May 30, 2018

Malaysia has held regular elections since its independence in 1957 and it has been ruled by the same political coalition ever since – until this month’s 14th General Elections, where the opposition dramatically and unexpectedly…

Transitional Justice in Tunisia: Challenges and Opportunities

By Sumaya Almajdoub // May 29, 2017May 30, 2017

The Arab uprisings started in Tunisia in late 2010, and it seems to be the only place where democratization is succeeding. After president Zine El Abidine Ben Ali fled the country on 14 January 2011,…