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.
Analysis: Saudis seek illusory ‘third way’ in regional dimplomacy
The two traditional lynchpins of the modern Arab state order - Egypt and Saudi Arabia - today find themselves in an uncomfortable position.
Egypt, India to establish joint fund for scientific researches
Egypt and India have agreed to establish a joint fund for activating researches in the fields of oceans' sciences, medicine and bio-technology.
Russia, Britain to Enhance Scientific Cooperation
Russian and British education officials agreed on Tuesday to join efforts to create a favorable environment for cooperation between universities and research labs, the Russian education and science minister said.
North Korea says it will allow more US tourists
North Korea said Wednesday it will begin to allow in more American tourists after years of heavy restrictions on visits to the isolate country, according a tour operator.
Google to China: you in the global world, or out?
Google is a potent symbol of that idea and while China can get along just fine without Google in the short-term, a decision to shun Google (which at this point looks the likely course) would expose the inherent limits of the Chinese 'miracle'.
Cuban Musicians Resuming U.S. Performances
Politics seemed far from the minds of fans as they sang along to the Septeto Nacional classic “Echale Salsita” and clapped to the beat of the clave, the percussion instrument that anchors Cuban rhythm. Indeed, some in the audience made no connection between politics and music.
Turkey slams Israel
Israeli statements aimed at appeasing Ankara's anger over Israel's treatment of the Turkish ambassador are "inadequate", Anatolia news agency quoted Turkish foreign ministry officials as saying on Wednesday.
NZ leader hints at possible solution to whaling issue
Mr. Key on Wednesday reiterated calls for an end to whaling in the Southern Ocean, but says diplomacy, rather than name calling or collisions on the high seas, is needed.
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