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.
British and Russian Cultural Festival to Begin
A festival designed to bring Britain and Russia closer together in a time of political tension between those two countries will kick off this bank holiday weekend. The AngloMoskva Fest, which will be held in Moscow from May 1 to 3, will feature performances from British DJ William Orbit, composer Michael Nyman and film director Stephen Frears, who directed the film The Queen, will also be flying in for the event.
DIPLOMATIC DEALINGS: Reclaiming our Image and Esteem
Malaysia has not had an ambassador in Washington for 10 months and that little headway has been made in bringing Malaysia in touch with the Obama administration...Some of this had to do with the quality of men and women selected to head our missions, what with complaints from some that Malaysian diplomats sometimes preferred to take a backseat at public discussions. There have also been observations that some diplomats cringed at the thought of interacting with foreigners due to a lack of confidence brought about by a paucity in social skills and lack of fluency in English.
Poll: Jews unwavering in support for Obama
Despite fierce op-ed page debates over the Obama administration's actions so far on Israel, Iran and the Middle East as a whole, American Jews are unwavering in their support of the new president, according to a new Gallup poll.
ASEAN’s Continuing Dilemma
ASEAN's "soft power" has diminished regional tensions, promoted dialogue, and it has the potential to serve as a model and stimulus for broader regional integration in East Asia... The fundamental problem, however, is that it is composed of mostly weak states that may be getting weaker.
Sadanand Menon: Invoking Cultural Activism
Germany has decided that the next phase in international affairs belongs not to economics or politics, but to culture...Culture is being projected as the key agency for ‘peace-planning’ and problem-solving.
Halcyon presents solo exhibition Soft Power
Halcyon Contemporary Art presents Soft Power, a solo exhibition...explores ideas of nationalism and legacy through a series of drawings, paintings, photographs and sculptures.
Seoul Seeks to Broaden Diplomatic Horizons
The focus of this new initiative is to recognize the significance of relationships with Asian neighbors and endeavor together to make a difference in the world in accordance with the government's ultimate goal of "Global Korea," the Foreign Ministry said...Currently, South Korea has a bilateral free trade agreement with the group in the areas of merchandise and services. In 2004, it signed a comprehensive cooperative partnership agreement and is now poised to ink an investment agreement.
Sarkozy Presides Over Louvre Abu Dhabi Groundbreaking while Launching French Military Base
From the days of the monarchy, France has very deliberately made culture a partner in its foreign policy. President Nicolas Sarkozy took part in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Louvre Abu Dhabi on the occasion of his visit to inaugurate a new French military base in the UAE capital on 27 May. The museum project also benefited from the attention of Gulf heads of state coming to Abu Dhabi for the security conference chaired by the French president on 25 and 26 May.
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