A curated selection of public diplomacy-relevant news from a global cross-section of English-language media outlets, including independent, corporate-owned, and state-sponsored sources. The stories featured don't necessarily represent CPD's views nor have they been verified by CPD.
Barren Middle East fights water shortfall
Seven Middle-Eastern countries have joined forces to share ideas about how farmers can get the most out of water resources in the region's driest areas.
Science Diplomacy: Trading Frock Coats for Lab Coats
The American Association for the Advancement of Science is trying to revive an old — but, Turekian says, dormant — idea that “science diplomacy” could make major inroads in countries where traditional American diplomacy is nonexistent, or where existing relationships could be strengthened outside the embassy.
Nigeria: UNN Signs MoU With New York Academy On Science Education
The University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the New York Academy of Sciences (NYAS) on science education and research.
India, Turkey to develop and enhance cooperation in science and technology
The joint statement has recognized that cooperation in science and technology will not only advance the state of science and technology to the benefit of both countries but also strengthen the bonds of friendship and understanding between people of both countries
Leverage Science Diplomacy Now to Boost U.S. Foreign Policy
In 1979, a science and technology agreement between the United States and China paved the way for bilateral scientific cooperation that continues to benefit American science and society more broadly.
How Turkey can help NATO in Afghanistan
As a historically trusted friend of the Afghan people, Turkey, alone among members of the NATO alliance, has a “soft power” ingredient in its arsenal that is key to winning the hearts and minds of the population.
India, Africa should be partners in capacity-building: Academics
India can help in further increasing capacity building with African countries, Indian and African academics said here Tuesday. The view was expressed at a meeting of academics from India and Africa, organised by Indian council for Cultural Relations and African Studies Association of India.
Basketball diplomacy
The Northern Territory is set to use basketball to build better relations with China and the world. The NT Government has agreed to give the Darwin Basketball Association $10,000 to send two teams to Shanghai on a tour designed to coincide with its exhibition at World Expo 2010.
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