Implementing effective public policies to tackle the spread of false or misleading information and assessing their impact is the next frontier in governments' efforts to ensure a plural and high-quality information society. This high-level panel will focus on developing common guidelines on combating misinformation and strengthening the integrity of information as a necessary effort to strengthen democracy.

Governments have identified internal and international coordination as particular challenges in implementing efforts to strengthen the information space. This session will explore the challenges and lessons learned in putting in place institutional architectures and governance practices to tackle disinformation, including through developing national strategies, establishing offices and agencies, and capacity building of public officials.

New AI tools represent novel challenges to the information space, increasing opportunities to create and spread false and misleading information. Yet, how can we separate myth from reality? Panellists will present latest research on how artificial intelligence is used in the context of information operations, discuss AI tools that can be used for countering disinformation, and propose recommendations moving forward for policy-makers working on supporting information integrity.

Inequalities and geopolitical tensions can provide fertile ground for disinformation campaigns, including foreign information manipulation and interference. Manipulated narratives and false information have the power to polarise societies and disrupt democratic processes, both domestically and internationally. This session will delve into the challenges faced by the development community in the face of disinformation operations. Moreover, it will explore strategies and available tools to strengthen information integrity by effectively integrating development issues.