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Flexible Illiberalism: How Democracy Survives Illiberally in Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia shows how democracy’s openness can be weaponized. Flexible illiberalism—the art of using democratic institutions to pursue illiberal ends—reveals how democracy endures not by collapsing, but by changing hands.

4.11.2025

Why the Rise of New Generation of Southeast Asian Leaders Should Worry Us

Youth have played a significant role in the recent social movements in Southeast Asia. However, these hopeful moments seem brief as the young descendants of past political leaders emerge and continue to hold power. This clash of two forms of youth participation raises concerns about the nature of contemporary movements and represents a missed opportunity for democracy in breaking the cycle of political dynasties.

11.09.2024