New Frontiers in e-Governance: Insights from Emerging Scholars

This panel aims to provide an interdisciplinary platform for early-career researchers to discuss the latest innovations in electronic governance (e-Governance). With the rapid digitalisation of public administration, e-governance has become a transformative force in policy-making, transparency, and citizen engagement. This panel will highlight pioneering approaches and recent research, allowing young scholars and practitioners to share insights and best practices in tackling contemporary governance challenges. The panel will focus on key themes, including digital citizenship and inclusivity, examining how digital platforms can reduce the digital divide and promote equitable access to governance. Transparency, accountability, and trust will also be central topics, featuring studies on how e-governance tools boost public trust through open data and digital accountability mechanisms. Additionally, the panel will explore technological innovations such as AI, IoT, and blockchain in public administration, delving into applications like AI-driven policy analysis and secure data management through blockchain. Cybersecurity and data privacy in governance systems will address the regulatory and ethical concerns surrounding citizen data protection. Finally, the session will consider the impact of e-governance on policy-making processes, focusing on how data analytics and digital consultation influence policy design and implementation.