Competitive authoritarianism
DefinitionA regime that is democratic in appearance but authoritarian in natureA civilian regimein whichdemocraticinstitutionsexist in form but not in substance, becausetheelectoral, legislative, judicial, media, and other institutions are so heavilyskewed in favor ofcurrent power holders.
International pressure and democratization
High linkage contributes to democratization, according toLevitskyand WayL&W identify 2 main international factorsHigh linkages with states in the WestTies, including economic, political diplomatic, social, and organizationalCross-border flows of capital, goods, and services, people, and informationHigh leverage of the West over the regimeForeign aidInternational factors are still secondary to domestic factors, according to L&W
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