Techno-Realism: Navigating New Challenges in the Contemporary Role of Technology in Politics

• Autorzy: Sukma Isti Marta

Identyfikatory

DOI

10.35467/sdq/188303

• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

This paper aims to introduce a new theory, techno-realism, which is derived from political realism, to help comprehend the complex connections between technology and politics. According to techno-realism, technology serves as a means of power, with the innate drive for survival in human nature shaping the formation of identity. The research question at the core of this study revolves around the extent to which technology influences contemporary political science and whether it truly serves as a means of power. Three concepts are introduced: identity establishment, technology as the central source of power, and non-state actors in politics. The primary case study focuses on the complexity of the issue in Xinjiang, examining the application of cyberpolitics in the region. The second case study explores technology’s role in Indonesia’s political power struggle, as evidenced by its 2024 elections and the abuse of information and electronic transaction law effectiveness to control freedom of speech. Additionally, this paper introduces a case study on the Indo-Pacific regional power dynamics in confronting “digital authoritarianism”. This paper underscores the imperative for a new theoretical framework, adapted from political realism, which despite being subject to considerable criticism, has the potential for further development, placing technology at the core of analysis. Recognising the central roles of technology, identity formation, and non-state actors, techno-realism offers valuable insights for navigating complex political landscapes and informing strategic responses to emerging challenges. However, further research is needed to understand completely its applicability and limitations across different contexts, as demonstrated by the case studies presented in this paper.

Słowa kluczowe

EN

political realism; techno-realism; Xinjiang cyber measures; Indonesian election; digital authoritarianism

• Wydawca: Akademia Sztuki Wojennej
• Czasopismo: Security and Defence Quarterly
• Rocznik: 2024
• Tom: Vol. 46, No. 2
• Strony: 24--46
• Opis fizyczny: Bibliogr. 64 poz., rys.

Twórcy

autor

Sukma Isti Marta

• Faculty of Oriental Studies, University of Warsaw, Krakowskie Przedmieście 26/28, 00-927, Warsaw, Poland

• https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1136-2181

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