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.
Obama Names Ambassador Nominees
President Obama announced Wednesday evening a slew of nominations for high-profile ambassador posts, including those to Britain, France, India, and Japan. The nominations require confirmation by the Senate. The full list and brief bios are included.
Online campaign gathers support for Myanmar’s Suu Kyi
An online campaign was launched in support of Aung Sua Suu Kyithe to let supporters leave 64-word messages of support for her. The site, 64 for Aung San Suu Kyi (http://64forsuu.com), aims to collect as many messages as it can by June 19, when the pro-democracy advocate turns 64.
Saudis, Others Looking Forward to Obama Visit
President Barack Obama's visit to Saudi Arabia is being seen by many analysts as an opportunity to renew those ties, as well as to address many mutual concerns, including Iran, the Arab-Israeli conflict, and the global economic crisis.
Global Pandemic, Global Coverage
How did coverage in the U.S. compare with media coverage in other countries, both in the level and the way it was framed? How did the number of cases reported or the geographic proximity to the epicenter of the outbreak impact coverage? And, did the Spanish-language press in the U.S. treat the outbreak differently than its English-language counterparts?
Author and ex-UN Diplomat is India’s New Junior Foreign Minister (Lead)
A few days ago, Shashi Tharoor, a former UN bureaucrat and a newly elected Congress MP, said he wanted to be involved with the parliamentary committee on foreign affairs. Now his wish has been surpassed as Tharoor begins a new innings as a junior minister in India’s foreign ministry.
Outstanding Connecticut Citizens to be Honored in NYC
This event honors outstanding individuals who have made a contribution to international understanding through their lives and work, in the tradition of the late Senator J. William Fulbright. Harriet Mayor Fulbright serves as Honorary Chair of the event and speaks each year.
Israeli Hasbara, With a Tinge of Pink
Stand With Us, an organization that does Israeli public diplomacy, is inviting journalists to visit Israel for the Tel Aviv Gay Pride Parade, in a package called ‘iPride Tel Aviv 2009 - Israel’s culture in a GLBT scope.’ In its 11th year, the parade is part of the Tel Aviv 100th anniversary celebrations.
Danger Will Robinson! White House creates the Global Engagement Directive
I don't know if US international broadcasting will be among the activities "coordinated" by this new office, but "international communications" suggests this might be the case. It dovetails with the rumors that the Obama Administration has not nominated new members for the Broadcasting Board of Governors because it plans to eliminate the BBG.
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