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.
Hamas Strengthens Power by Defeating Pro-Qaida Group in Gaza
After two decades, Hamas movement has become more politically mature and pragmatic. It has been strengthening its power not only through violence but also soft power to set up a medial image for Gazans and international community.
Vietnam-Japan Cultural Exchange Days Open in Hoi An
The 7th “Vietnam-Japan Cultural Exchange Days” festival opened in Hoi An, in the central province of Quang Nam on August 14. The three-day festival, which marks the 10th anniversary of Hoi An recognised as a world cultural heritage site, includes various programmes spotlighting the culture of Japan and Vietnam.
9 Percent Pakistanis Trust US As Partner: Poll
Concerned over a new public opinion poll in Pakistan showing that 64 percent Pakistanis see America as the enemy, Defence Secretary Robert Gates says the US must maintain relationships with Pakistan for the long term to build trust. The poll saying only 9 percent of Pakistanis see the US as a partner is disturbing to defence leaders.
Ending the Electronic Billboard Pain in the Ano
The billboard is a form of public diplomacy as it delivers messages from a government to citizens of another country. The parts for the electronic billboard were smuggled into the US facility adding intrigue to this public diplomacy. The idea was for people to be able to see when they were on a heavily trafficked seaside highway.
U.S. Names Grass-Roots Emissary to Muslim Communities
The Obama administration continued its outreach to the Muslim world in July, introducing a special envoy for Islamic relations tasked with improving international dialogue at the grass-roots level. Farah Pandith, the State Department's new special representative to Muslim communities, promised to pursue an "out of the box" approach to local engagement around the world.
‘Cultural Heritage’ Not Just A Label, Experts Say
Composer Thao Giang says the true value of traditional culture lies in enjoying it, not in having it recognized by international organizations. "After our hat xam campaign, many people began asking when we would submit it for recognition by UNESCO," Tuoi Tre newspaper quoted Giang as saying.
Walk Softly in Latin America
During the Cold War, the United States wished to guarantee the security of Central and South America through armed intervention. However, in the post-Cold War era, Washington has been pursuing security at the social level rather than militarily. The former tends to tackle human rights infringements, illegal immigration, drug dealing, money laundering, corruption and terrorism.
How Jazz Warmed Cold-War Hearts
The year is 1956. We're deep in the throes of the Cold War. And as European powers are divested of colonial possessions, the Soviet Union is shrewdly dispatching cultural envoys around the world -- dancers, musicians and artists -- to win the trust and loyalty of newly emerging nations.
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