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.
Fijian Group Wows Crowd
The group was the first Indo-Fijian group to be invited by the Indian government to participate in the inaugural International Ramayan Mela in Delhi hosted by Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR).
What the Bolsheviks and Nazis Can Teach Us About Russia Today
What is striking about today’s Russo-Ukrainian War is the extent to which the great powers — the United States, Germany, France and the United Kingdom — have sided with Ukraine.
Visa Problems, Time and Again
Turkey's "soft power" in the region stems mainly from its potential for growth and its functioning democratic regime. But no one should minimize the formidable strength Turkey gets from its deep integration with the EU and with all the other significant international institutions.
'Everyone is An Ambassador': Academy Hosts Japanese Friendship Dinner
Tomodachi translates to "friendship" and the dinners are traditional events in Japanese culture to promote relations among its citizens and international partners.
Abe Offers $4 Billion in Aid for Global Disaster-Control Efforts
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Saturday Japan will offer $4 billion in aid for global efforts to improve disaster management over the four years through 2018, including support for building infrastructure in developing countries.
Who Cares What America Thinks? UK plc Needs China
George Osborne should ignore Washington's reprimands for Britain backing a Chinese state investment bank
Radio Liberty Should Continue Its Operation
The Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL Inc) should continue its operation in accordance with all journalistic standards, the US Ambassador to Azerbaijan Robert Cekuta told reporters on Mar.14.
Why Rejecting Students Based on Nationality Is a Bad Idea for Universities and for the U.S.
Limits on access to information in universities should ultimately be based on a thorough assessment of risks and benefits. When it comes to educational exchanges, the benefits generally far outweigh the risks.
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