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.
Did Obama Take His Eyes off the Palestine Ball?
Candidate Obama as well as President Obama in his first 100 days would not have taken his eyes off the ball. Preventing further attacks against American targets will not take place with hard power. Soft power and support of justice and neutrality in the Middle East will provide much better protection than body scanners and efficient intelligence work.
Before preaching, remember the opium wars
Few in China have forgotten the past. A statement issued by the Chinese Embassy yesterday said that the “strong resentment” felt by the Chinese public against drug traffickers was the product of “the bitter memory of history”.
A decade of Western losses and Asian gains
Prestige is a quality that cannot be measured or quantified, but a reputation for competence in the use of power is a great asset in international affairs. After the centuries-old European empires wasted their wealth and the lives of tens of millions of their citizens in two "world wars" in only 30 years, their empires just melted away.
New broadcasting board will have unenviable challenges to tackle
The new age demands new technology, not only the latest forms of radio transmission, but TV and Internet platforms delivering content, like President Barack Obama's address to Muslims from Cairo last June, live into computers and mobile phones.
Diplomatic achievements increase Vietnam’s position in 2009
any bilateral diplomatic activities also took place in 2009, with a focus on economic diplomacy, overseas Vietnamese affairs and issues relating to border and territory. In particular, cultural diplomacy was strongly promoted, thus creating an image of a dynamic, renovated and integrated Vietnam.
American leadership in a non-polar world
During the past decade, policy analysts and decision makers in this country have disagreed about American leadership in the world..."America's strength has been overshadowed during a near-decade of political irresponsibility in Washington, rampant greed on Wall Street and its outliers, and excessive military ventures abroad."
Yearender: China’s cultural influence on rise in Germany
2009 was a boom year for cultural exchange between China and Germany, featuring varied events and the launch of new Chinese culture and language institutes. With an enhanced political role and economic strength, China is also unleashing its soft power of culture overseas.
Former U.S. Olympian Michelle Kwan to visit S Korea as diplomacy envoy
Former American figure skating champion Michelle Kwan will visit South Korea early next month as an American public diplomacy envoy, local media reported Wednesday citing an official at the U.S. State Department.
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