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Tag: Politics and Government
Music Festivals Are Gaining Popularity in Asia. Just Not With Officials.
Conservative governments have been canceling Western-inspired events, which they see as threats to public safety, political stability or social and religious values.
Mexico’s New Leader Faces Clash With Trump Over Migrant Caravan
As Andrés Manuel López Obrador takes office on Saturday, he must balance his humanitarian promises with a hope for good relations with the United States.
Myanmar Dispatch: A General Kicked Off Facebook Can Still Glorify Military at Grandiose Museum
The colossal museum built by Myanmar’s military to honor itself and its leader showcases the mind-set of a force obsessed with its reputation. A critic calls it “a sign of their megalomania.”
Taiwan Asked Voters 10 Questions. It Got Some Unexpected Answers.
The votes may not have turned out the way the governing party wanted, but the referendums themselves served a larger purpose in staving off Beijing’s territorial claim.
Killing of Indigenous Man in Chile Spurs Criticism of Security Forces
The killing and a cover-up by the police has intensified anger over a government crackdown against groups fighting to reclaim land.
Brexit Deal Has the Backing of E.U. Leaders. What Happens Now?
Prime Minister Theresa May obtained the approval of the other 27 European Union members for Britain’s divorce from the bloc. But she still has hurdles to overcome at home.
Afghanistan Considers Delaying Presidential Election
Officials are discussing delaying April 20’s presidential vote amid disarray in counting votes from last month’s parliamentary balloting.
Mexico Mulls Allowing Migrants to Stay There Pending U.S. Asylum Bids
President Trump insists that no migrant will be admitted to the U.S. without an approved asylum claim, but Mexico counters that no deal has been reached.
Taiwan’s President Quits as Party Chief After Stinging Losses in Local Races
With a presidential election only 14 months away, the results gave a big lift to the opposition Kuomintang, which favors closer ties with China.