In leading the fight against inequality, young people in developing countries are following a well-trodden path. Youth-led protests in Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have both toppled governments in recent years. These movements seem to have encouraged others across the globe to empower themselves and demand more from entrenched elites.

The World Governments Summit (WGS) serves as a critical platform for fostering international cooperation and dialogue among nations. While the summit held in Dubai from 11 to 13 February highlighted various global challenges, the ongoing focus now shifts ...

A new wave of protests is unfolding worldwide, driven by young people expressing discontent with their governments.

Social media is giving Gen Z unprecedented avenues of organization and strategic communication in developing countries, allowing the youth to mobilize in protest and even overthrow governments. The trend can be observed from Asia to Africa, as a series of ...

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