Current trends and future prospects
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China in the 21st century may still retain its authoritarian leadership although it would be beset by major economic and social problems. Its leaders may, to be practical, adopt pluralism in a constricted sense with the Communist Party still maintaining its dominance in the political structure. Freedom of speech may increasingly be allowed although not to the extent that it may undermine the status quo. Tentative steps taken towards democracy should succeed because failure of these will mean increased authoritarianism.
Publication Name: Journal of Democracy
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 1045-5736
Year: 1998
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East Timor
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East Timor's vision for the future is to gain independence from Indonesia and be recognized as a democratic nation. Cultural diversifications in the region attribute to the development of cooperative dialogues among the constituents in attempting to unite cultural differences. The nation's struggle for democracy signifies the need to give its people a voice in participatory politics. Human rights advocacy is strongly supported by the region and it envisions the recognition of Asian values in the context of democracy.
Publication Name: Journal of Democracy
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 1045-5736
Year: 1997
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