Digital Security and Press Freedom in Latin America
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
A joint project between the International Center for Journalists and Freedom House, the survey finds that as journalists increasingly use online platforms, social networks, and mobile devices to post comments or reports about crime and corruption, they face serious digital risks to their identity and privacy.
China at the Tipping Point
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Many analysts believe that the resilience of the PRC’s authoritarian regime is approaching its limits, as a result of deep changes that have been taking place in China. The state apparatus is still strong, but it must deal with an increasingly contentious, nimble, and resilient civil society. But does this mean there will be a “tipping point” away from authoritarianism in the near future?
The Role of Economics in Democratic Transitions
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Drawing from his experience in Afghanistan and the Institute for State Effectiveness’s extensive research in the field of political and economic transitions, Dr. Ashraf Ghani discussed why tackling economic questions is essential for a successful transition. He shared experiences from the past, and discussed how they can help us prepare for present and future challenges.
A New Chance for Georgian Democracy
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
The experts on this panel examined the key issues that Georgia must address in order for the country to move in the direction of greater democratic accountability.
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