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How autocracies attack democracy—and what can we do about it
Can autocracies out-communicate democracies? A new study from Malaysia shows how Russia and China are shaping public opinion through state media, influencer networks, and disinformation. What can Germany and Europe do about it?
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China’s War of Spies: What Europe Must Learn from Taiwan
CCP espionage and influence operations target Taiwan’s democracy. A new FNF report reveals the methods—and the lessons for Europe.
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Reformist movement suffers setback as conservative-leaning party claims landslide victory
Caretaker Prime Minister Anutin's Bhumjaithai Party secured a majority of seats. The progressive People’s Party finished in second place by a surprisingly wide margin.
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Thailand: Hope for change, longing for stability
Political turmoil, weak economic growth and a bloody border conflict are shaping the mood in Thailand ahead of the parliamentary elections on 8 February. The progressive People's Party is ahead in the polls but despite changes to the rules, it remains unclear whether it will actually be able to govern this time around.
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“These elections will not be free and fair”
Myanmar has been under military rule since February 2021. Now the junta is organizing elections, which are widely criticized by international observers. A couple of weeks before the elections, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom interviewed two politicians in Yangon/ Myanmar. Both cherish democracy. One will stand as a candidate in the upcoming elections. They will bring a minimal platform for civilian politics, he believes. The other politician ran in past elections, but will not be a candidate this time. He has no trust in the process. Both remain anonymous, we call them NP and P. Why have they chosen starkly different paths?
