The fourteenth session of our Southeast Asia in Focus series will bring together regional experts to discuss the political implications of widespread social media use. This virtual discussion will provide an extensive understanding of internet behavior among governments, non-state actors, and individuals in the region. Our panelists will also cover the prevalence of misinformation and disinformation on social media platforms, its consequences, and what some countries are doing to combat it.

Speakers:

Dr. Janet Steele Professor of Media, Public Affairs, and International Affairs, The George Washington University

Dr. Niki Cheong Lecturer in Digital Culture and Society King’s College London