"Autocracia cerrada": Cuba, entre los peores países del Índice de Democracia que elabora universidad sueca

The latest V-Dem Institute report reveals a global surge in autocratization, with a significant portion of the world’s population now living under regimes that lack genuine democratic freedoms. This trend highlights a critical decline in key democratic pillars, particularly freedom of expression, association, and the integrity of elections. The data underscores that democratic erosion is outpacing progress in most nations, signaling a broader systemic shift away from liberal governance models. In Latin America, while most citizens reside in electoral democracies, the region exhibits the highest proportion of its population in the "gray zone" between full democracy and autocracy. Cuba and Haiti are classified strictly as closed autocracies, illustrating the severe polarization of political systems. This regional analysis emphasizes the fragility of democratic institutions even where they appear to function nominally, revealing vulnerabilities that require close monitoring to prevent further deterioration. This information is vital for the open data community as it demonstrates the importance of transparent, independent datasets in tracking human rights and political freedoms. Reliable metrics enable civil society and policymakers to identify authoritarian trends early. By maintaining open access to such rigorous academic research, we empower global efforts to defend democratic values and ensure that data serves as a tool for accountability and social justice rather than obscuring the reality of governance.

Source: martinoticias.com
Published on 2024-04-26

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