autocratic

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Some users criticized the launch, warning that it could expose the locations of dissidents and protestors in autocratic states.

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The police force was cast into turmoil after the 2024 overthrow of the autocratic government of now-convicted fugitive Sheikh Hasina, which left at least 1,400 dead and thousands maimed -- many by police gunfire.

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But in recent years she was accused of turning autocratic and clamping down on any opposition to her rule.

From BBC

China is effectively a one-party state and some argue its autocratic system succeeds because of its long-term strategic planning.

From BBC

"This is a case of 'autocratic legalism'," Shah told AFP.

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