For the purposes of this debate, an 'AI State' is a mode of governance fully administered by an advanced Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) system. This system holds authority over legislative, judicial, and executive functions. It is responsible for generating laws, setting policies, allocating budgets, resolving legal disputes, and overseeing enforcement.

Human political representatives, civil servants, and judges no longer play decision-making roles. The AI system continuously updates its outputs based on data input from the population, the environment, and other relevant sources. Parameters and design protocols were established during the initial transition period but are no longer actively modified by humans.

GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonists are a class of medications originally developed to treat Type 2 diabetes. In recent years, they have also been approved or prescribed for weight loss. These drugs mimic a hormone that regulates appetite and insulin production, leading to reduced hunger and slower digestion. Common GLP-1 medications include semaglutide (marketed as Ozempic and Wegovy). They have gained global attention for their effectiveness in significant weight loss, and are increasingly used by both diabetic and non-diabetic individuals

Shrinking, also known as downsizing, refers to a technological process where humans are physically reduced in size to a fraction of their original stature (e.g., around 10cm tall). The process is permanent and safe which reduces an individual's ecological footprint by over 99% — including lower consumption of food, water, energy, and physical space.

Turkey’s ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) is led by current president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and has declared intentions for Erdoğan to run for a fourth term, despite constitutional term limits. A constitutional amendment requires 360 out of 600 seats in parliament, of which AKP and its allies currently have 321. Erdoğan recently jailed İmamoğlu, the nominee for president from Republican People’s Party (CHP), the second largest political party (146/600), which has been met with popular protest.

The Peoples’ Equality and Democracy Party (DEM) is Turkey’s third-largest political party and has been historically pro-Kurdish. Kurds have experienced high levels of political oppression in Turkey, such as political bans against Kurdish parties and the denial of basic human rights to citizens of Kurdish origin. In the 2023 election, DEM endorsed the CHP's presidential candidate.

The DEM is the only party that might ally with AKP and has the requisite number of seats (57/600) in parliament to enable changes.

The term "Russian Reset" refers to any strategy by Russia to restore formal diplomatic, economic, or institutional ties with Western states following a period of conflict or disengagement.

A reset may involve re-establishing communication channels, participating in international organizations, or revising prior policies that contributed to isolation. It is typically discussed in contrast with strategies that deepen cooperation with non-Western powers or emphasize geopolitical independence.

In political theory, two contrasting approaches to governance are consociationalism and centralism.

Consociational governance refers to a model where political power is deliberately shared among distinct social groups—such as those divided by ethnicity, religion, or language. It often includes mechanisms like group-based representation, mutual vetoes, segmental autonomy, and coalition governments to ensure each group participates in state decision-making.

Centralist governance refers to a system where political authority is concentrated in a single, unified central government. Decision-making power is held primarily at the national level, and regional or local units have limited autonomy. Centralist models typically emphasize uniform policies and institutions across the entire state. Both models are used around the world in varying forms depending on a country’s historical, social, and political context.

In 1930, economist John Maynard Keynes predicted that advances in productivity would eventually allow humans to work as little as 15 hours per week. Nearly a century later, despite major technological progress and the emergence of artificial intelligence, average working hours in many countries remain largely unchanged. With the growing capability of AI to perform complex cognitive and physical tasks, societies now face a choice: to use these advancements to reduce the human burden of labor — potentially restructuring economic life around leisure and non-work pursuits — or to further integrate humans into increasingly efficient, data-optimized systems of work.

You are living through what commentators have called "The Great Stay". This is a period following the pandemic where many workers feel dissatisfied with their jobs but choose not to resign. Unlike during The Great Resignation, current conditions are shaped by economic uncertainty, widespread layoffs, and strong competition for limited roles. You are an employee who feels disengaged. Your work lacks meaning, growth, or recognition. You no longer go above and beyond, and have adopted what is often described as "quiet quitting." You perform your duties at the minimum acceptable level, keeping your job but without enthusiasm. Your job is not toxic or abusive, but it feels draining and directionless. Financial obligations, a lack of savings, and fear of long-term unemployment make it difficult to leave. Assume that you a typical period for a successful job search will take around 6 - 12 months.

Presently, the Singapore government focuses on maintaining a core set of 'Foreign System Schools (FSSes)' (also known as International Schools) that are catered for expatriates and have separate curriculum from local schools. Local students are typically not allowed to enter these schools, and expatriate students are usually not enrolled into local schools. These schools typically have an international curriculum (such as IB) as compared to the Cambridge examination system, and a strong international brand name. Examples are Dulwich International School (DIS) and Tanglin Trust School (TTS).

In recent years, universities, and employers have increasingly embraced modular credentialing — short, skill-specific courses (often online or asynchronous) that can be "stacked" toward a larger qualification or used independently for employment. These often align closely with industry needs and are seen as more flexible and cost-effective than traditional degrees. Examples of this include Micromasters, or Work Study Degrees (WSDeg). In contrast, traditional degree programs typically involve full-time, multi-year study across a broad curriculum. They emphasize disciplinary depth, critical thinking, and campus-based socialization.

For the purposes of this debate, The Ten-Year Art Protocol refers to a global cultural policy under which all registered artworks — including literature, film, visual art, music, and digital media — are systematically deleted, destroyed, or dereferenced ten years after their release. No official archives, institutional collections, or legal reproductions are permitted beyond that point.

Glass Cliff refers to a phenomenon wherein women tend to be promoted to positions of power during times of crisis or downturn. Examples of this include Marissa Meyer for Yahoo, Ellen Pao for Reddit, and Theresa May when she was elected as Prime Minister of the UK.

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style=""><span style="text-align: justify;">Normlessness in parenting refers to an approach where there is a no clear, consistent expectations, rules, or behavioral norms provided to children. It is characterized by an environment where children have significant freedom to determine their own values, boundaries, and choices, without a strong guiding structure from parental figures. For example, no imposition of limits behind screentime and social media presence.</span></div></div></div>

Lifting is a form of early genetic enhancement where embryos are edited to promote advanced cognitive development — such as improved memory, faster information processing, and higher problem-solving abilities.

The procedure is generally effective but is associated with a 30% increase in the risk of certain chronic conditions later in life (such as autoimmune diseases or neurodegenerative disorders). There is also a minor risk of complications during the enhancement process itself, including higher infant mortality rates compared to non-edited births.