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.
Banning Gender-Based Violence in Nigeria - A Major Step Forward
Last week, as word spread about girls kidnapped by Boko Haram last year returning to their communities having been raped and impregnated, the Nigerian Senate passed the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Bill, which seeks to prohibit multiple forms of gender-based violence including economic abuse, female genital mutilation, and depriving persons of their liberty among others.
Kerry Spars With China Over South China Sea
BEIJING — Secretary of State John F. Kerry and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi squared off in talks Saturday over China asserting sovereignty onman-made islands it is creating near heavily trafficked sea lanes in the South China Sea.
World Views with the UAE
MAC exhibit showcases contemporary works from United Arab Emirates. These works are among the 47 pieces of contemporary art created by artists from the United Arab Emirates now on display at the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture.
Book-Oriented Cultural Diplomacy is Best for a Global Dialogue
IBNA- Kianoush Kiyani Haftlang, the Senior Advisor of the Center for the Great Islamic Encyclopedia, said that Book-oriented cultural diplomacy is best for a global dialogue, but how to turn this motto into action is important.”
‘Social Peace Interests Investors: Role of Women, How Minorities are Treated’
In this Idea Exchange moderated by Sushant Singh of The Indian Express, German ambassador to India Michael Steiner and wife Eliese talk about taking diplomacy ahead through steps such as a concert and music video, the German language row, the difference between UPA and NDA, and the challenges facing Europe.
Pope Francis Extends Agenda of Change to Vatican Diplomacy
Pope Francis' hard-hitting criticisms of globalization and inequality long ago set him out as a leader unafraid of mixing theology and politics. He is now flexing the Vatican's diplomatic muscles as well.
India and Pakistan Come Together at Venice Biennale
Differences between nations and people are being bridged at the Venice Biennale, where India's Shilpa Gupta and Pakistan's Rashid Rana have come together for a unique art project, says Farah Siddiqui.
Reimagining Ourselves and the Enemy
It is now another “defining moment” and “decisive action” is around the corner. Those killed in Karachi are gone and there is no consolation for their loved ones. There is no consolation for anyone. We are being told that foreign intelligence agencies are responsible for this round of murder and mayhem. We have no information to accept or reject it. [...] Yet, there are questions.
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