Whether the global trend of democratic backsliding will continue, with more countries moving toward authoritarianism.
Scope: Global politics, democratic institutions, authoritarianism, civil liberties indices
The state of global democracy is currently characterized by a noticeable trend of democratic backsliding in various regions. While some established democracies remain resilient, a growing number of nations are experiencing erosion of democratic norms, institutions, and civil liberties, leading to concerns about a potential shift towards more authoritarian forms of governance. This decline is not uniform, with different regions and countries exhibiting varying degrees of democratic weakening and resilience.
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