In today’s digital landscape, disinformation spreads rapidly, influencing public opinion, undermining trust in institutions, and threatening democratic stability. As malicious actors refine their tactics, the need for coordinated international action has never been more urgent. Disinformation poses a direct challenge to democracy, national security, and social cohesion.
As misinformation and fake news continue to threaten our democratic institutions, national security, and public trust, international co-operation is more critical than ever.
This session brings together experts, policy-makers, and researchers to discuss strategies, best practices, and joint initiatives aimed at strengthening information integrity. Topics include threat actors and their targets in the Canada and Japan, countermeasures (regulatory measures, debunking, prebunking, strategic communications, media literacy programs, etc.), technological advancements, and cross-border collaborations to reduce the harm of disinformation.
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