Episode 3: Digital Storms: Unpacking Misinformation & Democracy in South Asia
Digital Storms: Unpacking Misinformation & Democracy in South Asia Episode 3 This episode is hosted by Dr. Umer Jan and Dr Jamie Ranger, in conversation…
Digital Storms: Unpacking Misinformation & Democracy in South Asia Episode 3 This episode is hosted by Dr. Umer Jan and Dr Jamie Ranger, in conversation…
In this special collaborative episode of Civics and Cynics, our team of international experts from the Hasso-Plattner Institute’s Governance, Technology, and Policy Research Group come together to explore how the 2024 U.S. election might shape the world beyond America’s borders. Together, Ewan Thomas-Colquhoun, Dr. Juan S. Gómez Cruces, Dr. Jamie Ranger, and Dr. Umer Jan examine the impacts of a potential Trump or Harris presidency on diverse regions—from Latin America to Central Asia, Africa to South Asia. Ewan Thomas-Colquhoun brings insights into Eastern Europe and Central Asia, weighing how shifting U.S. support could affect the conflict in Ukraine and regional security alliances. Dr. Juan S. Gómez Cruces discusses the effects on Latin American immigration, trade, and political alignments in the face of heightened rhetoric and complex cross-border ties. Meanwhile, Dr. Jamie Ranger explores Africa’s unique position in global affairs, addressing issues like U.S. trade initiatives, security cooperation, and the influence of China and Russia on the various countries of the continent. Dr. Umer Jan rounds out the discussion with a focus on South Asia and the Middle East, where changing U.S. alliances with nations like India and Pakistan could have wide-reaching consequences.
This episode hosted by Dr Jamie Ranger and Dr. Umer Jan features guests: Niamh Cashell, a politics phD candidate at the University of Manchester and Oly Durose, a political writer and media communications officer for the former Labour Party leader. The episode delves into the aftermath of the UK's recent general election, highlighting the Conservative Party's historic defeat and Labour's victory despite a fragmented electorate and low voter turnout. The discussion also explores how emerging technologies, such as AI and social media, influenced the campaign, while raising concerns about the future of political communication and governance in the UK.