N.W.T. embarks on constitutional reform amid lingering questions about representation
The Northwest Territories (N.W.T.) is about to embark on what could become the most significant reform to its democratic process
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Historic Sámi agreement starts long way towards ratification
Indigenous communities in Finland rejoice as years of negotiations lead to agreement over the Nordic Sami Convention. But critics remain
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Irregularities in Murmansk, Russia primaries
The election of Alexey Veller as United Russia’s top candidate in the region did not proceed without violations, reports say.
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UN rep. urges suspension of Sámi elections
Finland has been urged to suspend elections to the Sámi parliament amid controversy over recent additions to the electoral roll.
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