This report is the sixth edition of the Asia Pacific Policy Observatory and continues our Youth-Led Analysis of Asia Pacific’s Digital Governance in the Age of Artificial Intelligence series, following the June 2025 edition published earlier this year. Driven by youth-led research, this report focuses on four critical digital issues – ethical AI and bias, […]
Tag: digital literacy
Strengthening Digital Security: Overcoming Cybersecurity Challenges in the APAC Region Through Education and Collaboration – Nawal Munir Ahmad
In an era of pervasive digital integration, securing the Internet is more critical than ever. As cyber threats evolve, robust cybersecurity measures and comprehensive education on digital safety become paramount. This article explores the essential role of cybersecurity education in tackling these challenges and highlights strategies for building digital trust through media literacy and proactive […]
From Texting Capital to Digital Inclusion: Addressing the Digital Poverty in the Philippines – Nattaya Jaratruangsaeng
The Philippines is a highly communication-dependent country, especially in comparison to other ASEAN nations. Since the late 1990s, it has held the title of being the “world’s texting capital” because of how often we use SMS services to communicate with our loved ones and friends in and out of the country. While time has allowed […]
From Monarchy to Democracy: Bhutan’s Political Evolution and Digital Transformation – Ankita Rathi
*This article is originally published in the Asia Pacific Policy Observatory May 2024 Report. The Landlocked Dragon Kingdom Bhutan, a landlocked nation in south-central Asia, is situated on the eastern slopes of the Himalayas. Historically, Bhutan was an isolated kingdom, but its isolation began to diminish in the latter half of the 20th century, leading to […]
NetMission Case Study Series 2023: Harnessing the Power of Social Media for Digital Citizenship
Written by Nattaya Kay S. Jaratruangsaeng, Mohammad Azimuddin Gazi & Harisa Shahid (Edited by Qurra Tul Ain Nisar & Jenna Manhau Fung) The internet is a crucial tool that has touched many aspects of our daily lives. As developments in ICT continues to improve, issues regarding access and empowerment also arise. Access is the capacity […]