Embracing Citizen Wisdom in Crisis Management

Former Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou advocates for greater reliance on citizen wisdom during crises, highlighting the limitations of bureaucrats and experts. Speaking at Invest Karnataka-2025, he shared insights on building resilient societies through democratic engagement and recounted Greece's financial crises and his policies like 'Wiki Laws' for inclusive governance.

George Papandreou, Greece's former Prime Minister, addressed the Invest Karnataka-2025 summit, emphasizing the importance of citizen wisdom in governance. He argued that societies should prepare for crises through democratic engagement and education, surpassing reliance on bureaucrats and experts.

During his panel discussion on 'Thriving in turbulence: How nations can build lasting resilience,' Papandreou highlighted his experiences steering Greece through financial crises. He introduced 'Wiki Laws,' a policy inviting citizen input on legislation, aiming to foster an inclusive governance model.

Addressing broader international dynamics, MP Shashi Tharoor discussed global organizations like the UN, reflecting on their limitations in navigating global challenges while recognizing their peacekeeping efforts.

(With inputs from agencies.)