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Rising Authoritarianism in Asia: Causes and Prospect 
Rising Authoritarianism in Asia: Causes and Prospect 

Over the past decade, many countries in Asia have become more authoritarian, with  governments taking more control and allowing less freedom for people and the media. From  Southeast Asia to Central Asia, strong leaders have gained more power as well as the grip of China’s  one-party system has tightened. Once seen as a region of democratic promise, especially after the  “Asian Spring” in the late 20th century, Asia is facing a shift towards autocratic governance. In  countries like Myanmar, the military has overthrown democratically elected leaders, while in the  Philippines and Thailand, populist leaders have weakened the systems that are supposed to limit  their power. Even in more stable democracies such as India and Indonesia, pressures from  corruption and social divisions threaten to erode democratic norms. This turning point towards authoritarianism is fuelled by both internal crises and external influences, notably the authoritarian  models promoted by China and Russia. As a result, civil society and independent media are  increasingly marginalised, raising serious concerns about the future of freedoms and human rights  in the region. This article aims to explore the causes and possible futures of rising authoritarianism  in Asia.

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Japan’s Path to Remilitarisation: Responding to China’s Ascent
Japan’s Path to Remilitarisation: Responding to China’s Ascent

China’s growing military and economic influence in the Indo-Pacific region has shaped  regional security dynamics. As early as the 2000s, Japan became concerned about the rise of the  People’s Republic of China (PRC). As a result Japan help to establish the QUAD, a diplomatic  partnership with Australia, India, and the United States, to promote stability in the Indo-Pacific. In  parallel, Japan has continued to strengthen its own defence capabilities. By moving toward  remilitarisation, Japan is challenging its long-standing tradition of pacifism and the constraints of its  own constitution. This article aims to analyse the evolution of Japanese defense policy, focusing on  remilitarisation and constitutional revision, as well as the prospects for the creation of an Asian  security organisation in response to China’s ascendancy.

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