Among the countries you listed — Cambodia, Singapore, Vietnam, and the Philippines — the following can be characterized as having predominantly authoritarian governments:
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Cambodia: It has been ruled by Prime Minister Hun Sen since 1985, and the political environment is heavily controlled, with significant restrictions on opposition parties, media, and civil society.
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Vietnam: The country is a one-party state governed by the Communist Party of Vietnam, which exerts tight control over political activities, the media, and expression.
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Singapore: While it has a reputation for stability and economic success, Singapore is often described as having authoritarian characteristics due to its restrictions on political freedoms, media control, and the legal handling of dissent.
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Philippines: The Philippines is a democratic country, but under recent administrations, there have been concerns about authoritarian tendencies, particularly regarding the handling of dissent and human rights issues. However, it does not fit as strictly into the authoritarian category as the other three.
In summary, Cambodia and Vietnam are predominantly authoritarian, while Singapore exhibits some authoritarian traits, and the Philippines is generally considered a democracy, though with rising concerns about authoritarian practices.