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To fight graft, Mongolia lends an earA corruption scandal that sparked mass protests and major reforms also helped reinforce a political culture of listening.
An American nod to European privacyA deal on trans-Atlantic transfers of information emphasizes individual agency to control personal data.
High examples for peace on the high seasChina鈥檚 violent taking of islands in the South China Sea has pushed nations in the region to start settling their own maritime disputes. Their example of building trust might wear off on Beijing.
An African leader sets a tone of integrityThe Senegal president鈥檚 adherence to term limits marks another step toward honest governance on the African continent.
Citizens on the front lines against social media liesA court injunction against the Biden administration shows the limits of badgering social media. Many governments now prefer to tap citizens for truth discernment.聽
Post-riots, France looks at left-behind youthA week of unrest following the police killing of an ethnic Arab youth stirs a renewal of social cohesion.
Patriotism that heals communitiesA police shooting in Akron last year led to a canceling of the Fourth of July celebrations. This year, the Ohio city finds renewal through the civic values of American liberty.
Africa鈥檚 moment of truth after Russia鈥檚 mutinyThe continent鈥檚 desire to stay neutral in big-power rivalries is now tested by Moscow鈥檚 continuing use of the Wagner mercenaries and invasion of Ukraine.
The court鈥檚 homework assignment for colleges on raceIn finding racial preferences in college admissions unconstitutional, the Supreme Court encourages pursuit of the聽 鈥渃ommendable goals鈥� of campus diversity by other means.
Middle East fence-mendingIn a forward step amid a spike in West Bank violence, Israel and Palestinians at least speak about justice for innocent victims of attacks.
A new civic confidence in GuatemalaThe unexpected embrace of a reformist presidential candidate shows a determination by voters to renew equality and honest governance.
How truth bombs for Russians may end the warA popular Russian commander bursts the lies that justified the invasion of Ukraine. Despite his failed mutiny and exile, his truth-telling may ricochet in the war trenches.
A prototype for China-West teamworkPatience has paid off in a debt deal for Zambia that sets a precedent for China鈥檚 cooperation on global financial governance.
Shoots of green integrityCorruption risks in extracting metals for green technologies are encouraging transparency and better governance in companies and countries.
The second big front against RussiaLike Ukraine as it rolls out its military offensive, neighboring Moldova has launched a truth-telling campaign against a massive information war by Moscow to keep the country in its orbit.
An India of 'trusted collaboration'?A state visit to Washington by the country鈥檚 leader comes with hints of shared values, not just shared interests.
Repair of a postwar Ukraine means fixing RussiaInternational steps to seek reparations from Russia are not only about money. They also aim at driving introspection and atonement.
Europe鈥檚 new unity on migrationDealing with recent crises has built up enough trust that the European Union now finds it can better solve the wave of migrants.
A newly 鈥榬ational鈥� Turkey?After years of trying unorthodox economics 鈥� and failing 鈥� a reelected president appears ready to follow data-driven norms based on proven principles.
Why Mexico may beat the US in having a woman presidentA very active women鈥檚 movement in Mexico may not have changed attitudes much. But in politics, it has changed results.