"From stormed palaces to fleeing heads of state, a number of Asian countries are witnessing political transformations led by a generation born into the digital age. This digitally savvy Gen Z, a term referring to people born roughly between 1997 and 2012, has emerged as a formidable force challenging authoritarianism, corruption, and economic inequality with street-level activism. In Nepal, youth protests against a social media ban and corruption toppled Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli's government last week."
"Some experts liken the situation in Asia to the Arab Spring mass protests driven by rage over corruption and economic hardship that toppled several governments in the Middle East and North Africa in the early 2010s, including those of Tunisia, Egypt, Libya, and Yemen. Across the region, the streets at the time roared with cries for change. Yet, the aftermath was anything but triumphant."
Digitally native Gen Z across Asia is mobilizing through online networks and street protests to challenge authoritarianism, corruption and economic inequality. Youth-led actions in Nepal over a social media ban and corruption forced the resignation of Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli. In Indonesia, protests over lavish legislative perks prompted President Prabowo Subianto's administration to fire ministers and revoke benefits. Weekslong student protests in Bangladesh ended Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's 15-year tenure and prompted her flight to India. Earlier economic turmoil in Sri Lanka produced unrest that ousted President Gotabaya Rajapaksa. Common triggers include corruption, economic hardship and misgovernance.
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