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And then, winter: ten years after the Arab Spring

Dec 17, 2020
Greg Karlstrom, The Economist's Middle East correspondent, discusses the disillusionment following the Arab Spring, highlighting Tunisia's democratic struggle amid authoritarianism. Su Lin Wong, China's correspondent, sheds light on the slow progress of feminism and the Me Too movement, featuring a landmark sexual assault case that has ignited public support. The conversations highlight the challenges faced in both regions, illustrating the stark contrast between initial hope and current realities.
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