Global Influence Changing in a Year of Elections – The Shift in Power
The influence of individual countries has evolved drastically due to the rapid advancements in digital technologies. Geographical constraints are no longer the sole determinants of power. In this episode, experts discuss how modern forces are reshaping global spheres of influence and impacting elections in major powers around the world.
Chinese and Russian pragmatism is challenging the influence of the United States, particularly in South America and Africa. This shift is diminishing the role of the UN and UN Security Council. Election interference and manipulation through big data repositories are also significant concerns in the current geopolitical landscape.
Pragmatism triumphs
Chinese and Russian influence campaigns are affecting democracies worldwide. The complex relationships in the Middle East are also being impacted by these forces. The panel highlights the struggle between different geopolitical spheres in influencing election outcomes.
The panel addresses concerns about the erosion of democracy due to AI-supported propaganda and election manipulation. Despite these challenges, they offer varying perspectives on the impact of fraud on democratic processes. The upcoming elections in India and the US are expected to be battlegrounds for Chinese and Russian influence campaigns.
Is democracy dead?
The spread of electoral discontent through influence campaigns is increasing polarization and driving support for right-leaning and nationalistic governments. The panel stresses the importance of making informed decisions at the polls, despite the growing difficulty in navigating these complex times.
