Note: This event will take place on 6/21 at at 8:00 PM SGT/HKT (Singapore/Hong Kong time).

Singapore is heading into its general elections under unprecedented conditions. Campaigning and voting will take place despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet, the rules of campaigning and voting are unclear. Meanwhile, a new generation of politicians and political parties are emerging. How will these new players affect political representation, public debate, oversight of authority, minority rights, equitable public policies, and democracy in Singapore? Does Singapore have the right tools to address mis/disinformation and ensure fair competition? This webinar brings together a group of academics and community activists to discuss the key issues in Singapore. The webinar, facilitated by CAPE, will highlight questions and concerns of young and first-time voters in Singapore’s electoral system.

The event is made possible by Academia.sg, CAPE, and with technical support from McMaster University.

Speakers:

• Chong Ja Ian (Harvard-Yenching Institute)

• Elvin Ong (Centre for Southeast Asian Research, University of British Columbia)

• Netina Tan (Political Science, McMaster University)

• Walid Jumblatt (Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University)

• Moderator: Jiang Haolie (CAPE)

Click here for more information and to register. View the Facebook event here.