Political Systems
At the end of the Cold War, the idea spread that liberal democracy was going to take over the world. In reality, authoritarian regimes have resisted, and political systems remain varied.
The German Questions in the 20th Century: Identity, Democracy ans European Equilibrium
Democratic Anchor, Pragmatic Reach
Despite facing their own democratic challenges, including political fragmentation, rising populism, and electoral uncertainty, European countries retain valuable experience in democratic resilience.
Can Global Governance Be Rebuilt? Japan's Role Seen Key
The Shared Future of Asia and Japan.
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