Why young people in Asia are disengaging from democracy

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Abstract

East Asia's youth are increasingly disappointed with traditional politics, leading to diverse patterns of political disengagement across the region. In Japan, young people are turning away from politics altogether. In Taiwan, they are embracing populist and technocratic alternatives. In South Korea, sharp ideological divides are emerging between young men and women. Economic challenges, social inequalities and a lack of representation fuel this discontent, threatening social cohesion and the stability of East Asia's democracies. As these trends deepen, they signal a shift in the political landscape, with young people charting new, unpredictable paths for the region's future.

Original languageEnglish
Number of pages2
JournalEast Asia Forum
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 8 Oct 2024

Keywords

  • Democracy
  • Engagement
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • TPP
  • Youth

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