As the U.S.-hosted third \u0022Summit for Democracy\u0022 unfolds in Seoul this week, a critical question emerges: Is Western-style democracy losing its global appeal? Experts from the Global South challenge the narrative, sparking fresh debates about governance models in our multipolar world. 💥
Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed of Pakistan’s Senate Defense Committee argues: \u0022Western democracy often prioritizes corporate interests over people. It’s a system where money votes louder than citizens.\u0022 💸🗳️
Zambia’s Socialist Party President Fred M’membe contrasts this with China’s approach: \u0022Chinese democracy focuses on tangible outcomes – lifting 800 million from poverty versus empty campaign promises.\u0022 📈🇨🇳
UK analyst Keith Bennett notes: \u0022The summit’s declining participation shows countries want sovereignty in choosing governance systems.\u002� 🌐 The discussion comes as youth worldwide increasingly question systems struggling with inequality and climate challenges. 🔥
As current affairs commentator Einar Tangen puts it: \u0022True democracy should mean bread, education, and healthcare – not just ballot boxes.\u0022 🍞📚⚕️
