Tag: democratic values

Prime Minister Heads to New York to Promote Rule of Law, Honour European Commission

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is headed to New York City to sing the praises of democratic values and Europe’s ongoing efforts to defend them. Trudeau is expected to take part in the World Law Congress at the United Nations, where he is to highlight the importance of the rule of law in maintaining peace around…


Students Who Don’t Learn History of Australia’s Liberal Values Wont Defend the Nation: Education Minister

Federal Education Minister Alan Tudge said if students do not learn the history of Australia’s Western, liberal culture, they won’t defend the nation as previous generations have. In a speech to the Centre of Independent Studies on Oct. 22, Tudge discussed the issues with Australia’s falling education standard and the plan to reverse it. He…


Denmark Draws China Ire for Inviting Taiwan Leader to Speak at ‘Democracy Summit’

COPENHAGEN—Denmark’s foreign minister defended democratic values alongside Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen on Monday, drawing criticism from China which considers fiercely democratic, self-ruled Taiwan its “sacred” territory. China has never renounced the use of force to ensure eventual unification with Taiwan, an island it views as a breakaway province. Denmark and all but a handful of…