and the rule of law, and that otherwise strengthen the capacity of democratic political parties, governments, nongovernmental organizations and institutions, and citizens to support the development of democratic states and institutions that are responsive and accountable to citizens. (d) Strategy Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the President shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a comprehensive five year strategy for the promotion of democracy abroad, consistent with the definition of democracy programs in subsection (c), to include protection of civil society activists and journalists and the strengthening of independent media: Provided, That such strategy shall also include recommendations for funding levels for such programs on a fiscal year-by-fiscal year basis, and a description of specific programs to promote digital security, counter disinformation and misinformation, and address challenges to democracy associated with artificial intelligence: Provided further, That the Secretary of State and USAID Administrator shall jointly consult with the appropriate congressional committees prior to drafting such strategy. (e) Restrictions on foreign government interference (1) Prior approval With respect to the provision of assistance for democracy programs in this Act, the organizations implementing such assistance, the specific nature of the assistance, and the participants in such programs shall not be subject to prior approval by the government of any foreign country. (2) Disclosure of implementing partner information If the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development, determines that the government of the country is undemocratic or has engaged in or condoned harassment, threats, or attacks against organizations implementing democracy programs, any new bilateral agreement governing the terms and conditions under which assistance is provided to such country shall not require the disclosure