Moldova’s High Stakes Elections
Pivotal votes will decide whether the country continues on the path of European integration - or chooses closer relations with Russia.
14 Oct 24
Elections
Uzbekistan’s Election Campaign Lacks Intrigue and Real Opposition
The presidential vote is likely to quietly legitimise the incumbent and consolidate his position.
27 Jun 23
Court Upholds Election of Gagauzia’s Pro-Russian Governor
Even as Chișinău confirms its European path, Evghenia Guțul pledges closer ties with Moscow.
24 May 23
Turkey Votes: Normalisation With Armenia Will Continue
The presidential contest looms large over the South Caucasus region and the outcome will have a profound impact in Yerevan and Baku.
19 May 23
Kazakstan: Same President, New Reforms?
The incumbent has promised change, but prospects for a more democratic system are not promising.
22 Nov 22
Kazakstan’s Election: No Chance for Competition
Analysts see this is as opportunity for the president to assert himself outside the shadow of the country’s first leader.
8 Nov 22
Turkmenistan’s Transition of Power
President Berdymukhamedov has for decades carefully been preparing for his son to take over.
9 Mar 22
Key Elections Test Philippines’ Traditional Gender Roles
Crucial polls provide opportunity to confront misogyny in political power and public discourse.
8 Mar 22
Georgia’s Last Opposition Stronghold
With the United National Movement at the helm, the region is now a test for local governance.
11 Feb 22
Political Polarisation Dogs Georgian Runoffs
Enmity and toxic rhetoric dominate discourse amid a second round of critical local elections.
29 Oct 21
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