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.
Iranian filmmaker bridges deep political divides with irreverence
Masoud Dehnamaki, a former militant, has broken box-office records with his irreverent film about the Iran-Iraq war...Perhaps only Dehnamaki, among the pantheon of Iran's gifted film directors, could get away with the irreverent portrayal of the war in his film "Ekhrajiha," ("The Outcasts").
Borrow a Muslim? A ‘living library’ to prick stereotypes
It works like a conventional library...Except these aren't books on loan. They're people. Welcome to the Living Library. Here, you borrow individuals who represent stereotypes that often are the target of prejudice or hatred.
Liverpool: Capital of Culture 2008
Throughout 2008, Liverpool will be one of two European Capitals of Culture. This scheme, organized by the European Union, aims to highlight the cultural life of diverse cities across Europe, instigating civil, public and governmental modes of cultural diplomacy.
Thoughts on IBB and the U.S. Government’s ‘Media Mix’
Shortwave Should Not Be an ‘Emergency-When-All-Else-Fails’ Medium, But Should Be Maintained and Expanded... Most of the governments of the world the USG wants to reach are often somewhat hostile to the message, necessitating what has historically been called “cross-border” broadcasting.
Global Women Summit to promote Vietnamese image
Head of the Summit’s Organising Board Tran Thi Thuy said that the selection of Vietnam to host such an event has reflected the organising board’s high appreciation for the nation. “This is also a favourable opportunity for Vietnam to promote its national image, attract investment and tourists and facilitate Vietnamese women entrepreneurs to exchange information and management experiences and seek business partners,” she said.
80 % hike in US visas for Indians
There has been 80 per cent increase in visas for Indians travelling to the United States, according to Consul General in Mumbai Michael S Owen. A total of 2.26 lakh visas were issued last year, up from 1.25 lakh in 2006. "The government-to-government contacts are important but people-to-people contacts by non-stage actors are more important for the relationship," Owen said while delivering the Lincon Memorial Lecture organised by Indo-American Chamber of Commerce.
Soothe, seethe
China does not want the West or its neighbours to get alarmed. It fears that anti-China sentiment abroad could fuel nationalism at home, which in turn could pressure on policymakers to engage in a vicious cycle of tit-for-tat responses. So even as Chinese nationalists have been seething over perceived insults by foreigners, their leaders have been reaching out to traditional rivals.
UA to Train Iraqi Students
The Iraqi leaders of tomorrow will be trained to be environmentally and socially conscious leaders during a summer institute crafted by University of Arizona faculty and administrators. The University recently was named one of six host sites chosen to be part of the 2008 Iraqi Youth Leadership Exchange Program. The other sites include the University of Texas at Austin, Indiana University and Colorado State University. The program is organized by World Learning, an international nongovernmental organization.
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