Public lecture on Digital Governance in the Age of AI

President Toomas Hendrik Ilves, Visiting Professor of Democracy in the Digital Age at the University of Tartu, will deliver two public lectures in May, hosted by the Johan Skytte Institute of Political Studies. The lectures will address timely topics related to digital governance, democracy, and regional security.

The first lecture, "Digital Governance in the Age of Artificial Intelligence”, on May 13 at 14:15 (Lossi 36-215) will examine how digital governance is evolving in response to the rise of artificial intelligence. Estonia’s approach, from developing secure digital services to simplifying interactions between citizens and the state, shows how technology can transform governance. As AI becomes more influential, maintaining trust, transparency, and resilience in digital public services is an increasingly critical task for democracies. Moderated by Shpend Kursani.

The second lecture, titled "Between Giants: The Baltic States Amid U.S. Policy Shifts and Russian Aggression in Ukraine”, will take place on May 22 at 14:15 (Lossi 36-215). It will explore current geopolitical dynamics and their implications for the Baltic region, particularly Estonia. Shifts in U.S. foreign policy have introduced new uncertainties for the region, while hybrid threats from Russia have continued to grow in sophistication. In this increasingly complex security environment, the Baltic states must navigate a path between changing alliances. Moderated by Thomas Michael Linsenmaier.


Both lectures are public events open to students and staff of the University of Tartu and the general public.

Pre-registration is required to attend. Please register here.


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