Disinformation and Foreign Interference: A Challenge for the EU and Its Member States
Election times are always accompanied by an increased amount of disinformation from both domestic and foreign actors. In particular, international actors see them as a prime opportunity to sway public opinion and potentially affect election outcomes. This applies to both the elections to the European Parliament as well as the parliamentary elections of individual member states. In this context, the author of this Policy Brief analyses the present threats posed by disinformation and foreign interference within the EU, outlines strategies to address these challenges, and offers policy recommendations for the EU and EU member states.