The prime minister says that eliminating Kashmir’s autonomy was just a reorganization. Others see an attack on India’s secular identity and a historic blow to its democracy.
Tag: Legislatures and Parliaments
Boris Johnson’s Majority Falls to One Seat, Heightening Chances of an Election
A loss in Wales has cut the prime minister’s working majority in Parliament to one seat. A general election is looming. The question is when.
Tunisia’s Democracy Is Tested, and Pulls Through, After a President’s Death
Béji Caïd Essebsi was “a tightrope walker,” guiding a fledgling democracy. The initial transition after his death has been smooth, though conflict lies ahead.
Sánchez Loses Bid to Form a Government, Prolonging Deadlock in Spain
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has been unable to forge a multiparty alliance in the fragmented Parliament, and the country faces the prospect of fresh elections.
For Boris Johnson, the Tumult Begins Inside Downing Street
As the country’s first single leader in more than 40 years, he brings an unsettled domestic situation unique in the annals of modern-day prime ministerial politics.
Boris Johnson to Take Leadership of a Britain in Deep Crisis
Promising Brexit, the new Conservative Party leader will take over with less political clout than just about any prime minister since World War II.
Britain’s New Liberal Democrats Leader, Jo Swinson, Could Be a Kingmaker
The 39-year-old Scottish lawmaker took over leadership of the adamantly anti-Brexit party that could play an influential role if an early election is held.
Sánchez Struggles to Assemble New Government in Spain
Three months after winning national elections, Spain’s Socialist leader faces a difficult task in forming a coalition. Failure will mean new elections.
Party of Ukraine’s New President Is on Track for Big Electoral Victory
No post-Soviet leader has had a parliamentary majority in the country, so the victory could be a watershed moment for President Volodymyr Zelensky.
In Ukraine Snap Elections, New President Aims to Consolidate Power
Volodymyr Zelensky, a former comedian who was elected in April, is seeking to strengthen his position by leading his party to control of the country’s Parliament.