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.
Israel Attendance of Conference Does Not Mean Start of Diplomatic Ties- UAE Source
A UAE official denied to Asharq Al-Awsat that an Israeli Minister attending a conference on renewable energy held in Abu Dhabi yesterday means the beginning of diplomatic ties between the UAE and Israel.
Somalia protests after Kenya arrests MPs in riot swoop
Somalia has sent a formal letter of protest to Kenya after 12 MPs and other government officials were arrested by police investigating Friday's riots. All but one of the MPs have now been freed.
Korea National Ballet Reveals 2010 Lineup
The Korea National Ballet Company (KNBC) is preparing an eventful year with new lineups, including a debut in one of the leading ballet nations in the world, Russia... The performance was organized to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Korea-Russia diplomatic ties.
Feud casts pall over Japan-United States alliance anniversary
A feud over a US Marine base overshadows the 50th anniversary of the US-Japan security treaty, but experts say the allies have no option other than to iron out their problems as they try to engage a rising China.
This Muslim country wants more Americans
Indonesia is welcoming the Peace Corps back to a region teeming with moderate Muslims, but driven by dangerous zealots. Can this small injection of American ‘smart power’ make a difference?
Taiwan leads rival China in quake aid to Haiti
Taiwan is leading political rival China in aid to quake-stricken Haiti, sending $5 million to help a diplomatic ally that Beijing may one day hope to woo, officials said on Monday. The rivals have long-competed for international recognition, and Haiti is one of only 23 mostly small, impoverished nations that still has diplomatic relations with Taiwan.
Israel, Germany hold historic joint cabinet meeting
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived in Germany with top ministers on Monday for a historic joint cabinet meeting underlining the strong ties forged in the wake of the Holocaust.
Istanbul festival employs cultural diplomacy
Cultural diplomacy is becoming an important tool for Turkey as its bid for European Union membership falters. A season of events running in France is intended to win round a public deeply sceptical about Turkish accession...
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