The Atlantic Council | In-Person & Virtual Event 

Description: Over the past seventeen years, there has been a noticeable rise in authoritarianism across the globe. Autocratic regimes have sought to export authoritarianism and undermine freedom on a global scale. Citizens in countries around the world have grown increasingly skeptical about democracy’s ability to address their needs, turning to leaders who promise quick economic gains at the expense of political freedoms. But amid these challenges, there are signs of hope. Research shows that achieving prosperity does not require sacrificing freedom. In fact, data demonstrates that the surest path to prosperity lies in a political system that fosters and prioritizes political, economic, and legal freedoms. On February 27, 2024, the Freedom and Prosperity Center will host its second annual Research Conference at the Atlantic Council headquarters in Washington, DC. Scholars, policymakers, and thought leaders from around the world will present their research and analysis on international development and the relationship between freedom and prosperity. Join the conversation on reshaping the global discourse surrounding the interplay between freedom and prosperity.

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