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Political Repression and Militant Targeting Set the Stage for Pakistan’s 2024 Elections
1 February 2024
After nearly two years of political turmoil, Pakistan is set to hold elections for its national and provincial assemblies on 8 February.
Read MoreConflict Watchlist 2024 | Myanmar: Resistance to the Military Junta Gains Momentum
17 January 2024
Despite multiple setbacks, fighting between the Myanmar military and resistance forces is likely to continue in 2024. The NUG’s strategy of “all roads lead to Nay Pyi Taw” has led the military to take action to further fortify the capital, increasingly under threat of infiltration from the resistance forces.
Read MoreThe Violent Politics of Bangladesh’s 2024 Elections
4 January 2024
Violence has already been on the rise in the months leading up to Bangladesh’s 7 January elections, in which Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will seek re-election for the fourth consecutive term.
Read MoreThe Communist Insurgency in the Philippines: A ‘Protracted People’s War’ Continues
13 July 2023
This report examines the fighting between the Philippine state and the communist rebels under the Duterte and current Marcos, Jr. administrations.
Read MoreSpecial Issue on the Targeting of Local Officials: The Philippines
22 June 2023
The Philippines has historically grappled with a high – and lethal – level of violence targeting local officials. Such violence is heavily concentrated in rural areas, particularly the BARMM, and especially during election periods. However, while the Philippines is home to many conflicts, a large percentage of the violence targeting local officials occurs outside of such conflicts and can be tied to electoral competition, the proliferation of political dynasties, and the domination of ‘strong families’ who find recourse in violence to secure their interests.
Read MoreAnti-Government Demonstrations and Separatism in Thailand: Political Disorder Trends Ahead of the 2023 General Election
23 February 2023
An analysis of anti-government demonstrations and separatist violence in Thailand prior to the 2023 general election.
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