Youth & Society in Transition

On September 8, 2025, the Nepalese Parliament — along with many other government buildings — was set ablaze in Nepal’s massive “Gen Z” protests. The initially peaceful anti-corruption demonstrations against a social media ban quickly turned violent as armed forces fired on crowds in the capital city of Kathmandu. With dozens killed (around 19 to 21) and hundreds injured, that day sparked nationwide unrest, government resignations, and a shift towards further chaos. This escal

This fall, Japan entered a rare moment of political transition as hardline conservative leader Sanae Takaichi became the country’s new prime minister — the first woman to hold the position in Japanese history. Her appointment came at a time when Japan faces persistent demographic decline, economic stagnation, and widening generational divides. Youth unemployment remains low in many Western democracies, yet young people continue to struggle with rising living costs, rigid care

This September, the streets of France erupted in protest as citizens across the country challenged the government’s proposed €44 billion austerity package. The plan — initially to reduce national debt — included pension freezes, cuts to public spending, and the elimination of two public holidays. For ordinary citizens, particularly the youth, this was seen as yet another blow in a long series of fiscal pressures. In August, youth unemployment in France stood at 18.1%, signif

Afghanistan is often misconceptualized by both the media and the world — usually reduced to just war, rubble, and desert. However, nestled at the crossroads of Central Asia, South Asia, and the Middle East, people forgo the nation’s geographic beauty and rich culture entirely. Centuries of history, woven from a blend of Persian, Greek, Buddhist, Hindu, and Islamic influences, accompany majestic landscapes that define the nation’s heritage and environment. Unfortunately, the c

Japan is known to be fiscally prestigious, housing global giants such as Nintendo, Honda, and Sony that set apart the country’s world-class export economy from others. Additionally, the country is renowned for possessing a high domestic savings rate and a stable financial system that strengthens investor trust and helps the country maintain fiscal independence. However, behind Japan’s global image, economic shifts greatly affect younger generations, with international youth o