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Human Rights Defender Warns: Democracy at Risk from Moscow

11/20/2025

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Oleksandra Matviichuk, a prominent human rights defender, warned in Taipei on November 20 that democracies risk collapse if Moscow wins.
She said the conflict pits authoritarianism against democracy and Putin aims to erode global values.
Matviichuk accused China of aiding Russia and highlighted North Korea's support for Moscow's military efforts.
Taiwan's Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim praised Matviichuk's organization and Taiwan's support for Ukraine's rebuilding efforts.

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Oleksandra Matviichuk, a prominent human rights defender, warned in Taipei on November 20 that democracies risk collapse if Moscow wins.
She said the conflict pits authoritarianism against democracy and Putin aims to erode global values.
Matviichuk accused China of aiding Russia and highlighted North Korea's support for Moscow's military efforts.
Taiwan's Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim praised Matviichuk's organization and Taiwan's support for Ukraine's rebuilding efforts.