A recent report by the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) has shed light on the concerning trend of declining credibility in elections and parliamentary oversight worldwide. The report, which analyzed democratic performance in 158 countries, revealed that last year witnessed the worst decline in these key democratic indicators in almost fifty years.
The report identified several factors contributing to this decline, including government intimidation, foreign interference, disinformation, and the misuse of artificial intelligence in election campaigns. These issues have led to a significant decrease in voter turnout and an increase in contested election results, with one in three elections facing disputes.
