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.
Luring the foreign student
The branding of higher education has been a global trend over the last decade and the biggest recruiters have been careful not to define their product too closely or make promises they can't always keep. Yes, universities want to make money by recruiting international students but they are selling an opportunity, not a product that can be bought in the market place.
Where Is U.S. Foreign Policy Headed?
Then came the financial meltdown of 2008, which dealt the deathblow to both. Neoconservative power depended on immense disposable wealth to finance American military might abroad. Neoliberal economics assumed that American capitalism would produce that wealth. Today the dreams of both lie shattered, and policy makers are at sea.
Europe needs a president we can all trust. Blair is not the man for the job
There is something peculiar about the job of the permanent president of the European Council. It is prestigious enough that Tony Blair wants it, important enough that the Conservatives are desperate to stop him, but few of us actually know what it is.
Clinton Using ‘Proxy’ Diplomats on Foreign Missions
If President Clinton was known for political triangulation, his wife is establishing herself as the quarterback of a multidirectional diplomatic offense. Sen. John Kerry's dramatic insertion into talks with Afghan President Hamid Karzai last week marked the third time the Obama administration has used proxy diplomats to resolve major foreign crises.
German artistes win hearts in Punjab
Known for its rich culture and folklore, over the years Punjab has also contributed towards developing cultural ties with countries around the world. Recently, students from Germany visited Punjab and showcased their culture and folk traditions.
Better Scrutiny Is Urged for Exchange Program
The State Department’s internal watchdog concludes in a new report that the nation’s student foreign exchange programs need better federal oversight, after a scandal in which students were placed in shoddy homes in Pennsylvania.
Branding Africa’s Internet
Does each of the 53 African nations need to have a distinct image in order to secure the best possible internet connections? In short, the answer is “no”, but such branding can help secure foreign investments and attention, plus it can instill national pride and excitement for the technological future. Historically, African nations have been grouped into one large melting pot. Perhaps Northern Africa and South Africa are seen as slight deviants to the African mean, but nonetheless, the world has a certain opinion of “Africa”.
A life of faith and service
The head of Unicef and Korea’s foreign minister recently signed an agreement that will give Korea a larger role in providing assistance to African countries including Sudan, which will likely expand Kim’s work in the region as well. “Even though Korea is late in stepping into this effort, I see a bright future and believe that Korea can make a large contribution to helping the African people. In this way, Korea is engaging in multilateral cooperation. That’s what we call public diplomacy.”
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