As Sri Lanka heads into its 2024 presidential election, a new battleground not only emerges on the streets or in political rallies but also on our social media feeds. The spread of misinformation has become a central issue that raises concerns about the integrity of the electoral process and its impact on young voters. As […]
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Cambodia’s Youth and the Digital Space of Tomorrow – Ananya Ramani
*This article is originally published in the Asia Pacific Policy Observatory May 2024 Report. The 2024 Election On February 25, 2024, Cambodia held its Senate elections. The ruling party, the Cambodian People’s Party (CPP) won 55 of the 58 electoral seats with only three seats going to the opposition following an election that was marred by […]
The 2024 Indonesian Elections and its Potential Impact on the Future of Digital Policy in Indonesia – Zahra Nur Aliya & Harisa Shahid
*This article is originally published in the Asia Pacific Policy Observatory May 2024 Report. Background Indonesia, the world’s third largest democracy, held its general elections on February 14, 2024. The eligible voter(s) in Indonesia election(s) can use their right(s) to vote for the President, Vice-President, the House of Representatives (DPR), the Regional People’s Representative Council (DPRD) […]
Pakistan’s Democracy: Election’s Influence on Policy Evolution – Saima Nisar
*This article is originally published in the Asia Pacific Policy Observatory May 2024 Report. Overview Digital policy has emerged as a distinct area of policy focused on the intersection of digital technologies and politics. This field encompasses decisions that have local, national, regional, and global implications due to the interconnected nature of digital issues. Negotiations in […]
Bangladesh’s 2024 Elections and the Trajectory of Digital Governance – Mahee Kirindigoda
*This article is originally published in the Asia Pacific Policy Observatory May 2024 Report. Introduction Bangladesh concluded its General Election on the 7th of January 2024 as per the current constitutional requirement, holding significant implications for the nation’s digital landscape. This research report delves into how these elections, marked by a low voter turnout and […]