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Alan Chong, "The International Politics of Communication: Representing Community in a Globalizing World" (U Michigan Press, 2025)

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The Crucial Role of Transparency in Global Communications

This chapter explores the concept of transparency in international communications and governance, contrasting accountability at the nation-state level with local civil society contexts. It examines the historical roots of transparency, its evolution through events like the Cold War, and its impact on current geopolitical tensions. Additionally, the chapter highlights the role of non-state actors and social media in promoting transparency and influencing public opinion, especially in the context of elections and foreign interference.

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