Part 6/11:
- National Unity Plus: Emphasizes internal cohesion, combating misinformation, and fostering shared identity.
Debate participants weighed the pros and cons, with the judges approving a balanced emphasis on both external alliances and internal unity, recognizing that societal cohesion cannot be neglected even amid external threats.
Expert opinions:
The importance of multilateralism, especially within ASEAN and regional trade agreements, was underscored.
The critical role of public education in fostering civic resilience and intra-societal trust was highlighted, especially in countering disinformation.