Analysis reveals challenges like digital authoritarianism in global governance, suggesting opportunities for e-democracy and enhanced democratic legitimacy.
Key Points
The study identifies four key threats to the democratic international order, including digital authoritarianism and declining governance transparency.
It demonstrates how digital tools like e-democracy and open data platforms can enhance democratic legitimacy and inclusiveness.
A systemic approach coupled with institutional analysis highlights the geopolitical competition shaping digital governance globally.
The integration of political and technological perspectives contributes to a new paradigm of digital legitimacy in contemporary governance.