Surprisingly, some of these leaders, particularly in Russia and China, have been wielding a sophisticated and deceptive soft power beyond their borders that is proving more enduring and effective than in the past. Their tactics are asymmetrical and subversive, using deception and disinformation, not easily confronted.

Tags: vladimir putin, russia, moscow, winston churchill, iron curtain, cold war, middle east, china, soft power, history, international broadcasting, government pd, democracy, propaganda, disinformation

Australians think China already dominates Asia – more than the Chinese even believe it themselves. [...] It's all in a sobering set of survey results that point to the success of Chinese soft power diplomacy here in Australia, according to Simon Jackman, chief executive of Sydney University's US Studies Centre, which carried out the survey.

Tags: australia, asia, china, united states, soft power, survey, government pd, japan, south korea, Nation Image

Several miles away, a flashier Pyongyang A Ri Rang Restaurant on soi (alley) 26 of Bangkok's Sukhumvit Road also offers food, but with the added fun of karaoke, a live floor show and tours of North Korea.

Tags: north korea, Cultural Diplomacy, gastrodiplomacy, bangkok, international exchange, cultural exchange, malaysia, laos, cambodia, nepal, china, middle east, africa, government pd

According to Parni, civic diplomacy involves “people to people” contact through all means, involving social media and conventional media ( press diplomacy ) with particular emphases on social ( humanitarian ) and concrete cultural activities.

Tags: rohingya, asean, myanmar, human rights, government pd, non-government organizations, aung san suu kyi, civic diplomacy, social media, media

Such initiatives are a hallmark of British cultural diplomacy, said Edwards. He also added that the consulate is in the midst of seeking partnerships on several creative projects. One such partnership project coming later in the year to Shanghai is a traditional Chinese Kunqu opera version of “Macbeth.”

Tags: uk, shanghai, british, beijing, Cultural Diplomacy, history, partnership, cultural exchange, international exchange

Every Sunday afternoon, rain or shine, a group of people gathers at a park in Tokyo’s bustling Ikebukuro district, where Japanese people studying Chinese and Chinese living in Japan can engage in lively conversation.

Tags: china, japan, language, education, Cultural Diplomacy, chinese language, history, economy, educational program, cultural exchange

Despite Ali’s unparalleled accolades as a professional boxer, his most profound legacy is that of a moral leader, peace ambassador, civil rights icon, and global humanitarian, a legacy that emerges from his deep religious beliefs and spiritual convictions. [...] Muhammad Ali’s dedication to global peace, public diplomacy, and philanthropy exemplified his foundational belief in Islam as a religion of peace. 

Tags: muhammad ali, non-state pd, faith diplomacy, muslim, united states, vietnam war, peacemaker, cuba, north korea, afghanistan, philanthropy, islam, muslim american

How is democracy promoted around the world? What techniques are successful? Established state democracies are by no means the only inspiration for democracy or for good governance; these ideas can find inspiration in other cultures and societies, such as Myanmar.

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