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.
Turkey to open 2011’s envoys conference in Ankara
Turkey's ambassadors serving abroad and at Foreign Ministry headquarters will gather for the opening of a week-long brainstorming session to discuss the foreign policy goals of the country.
Choosing US, China needs not be a zero-sum game for Seoul
Han and Kim have been among the busiest troubleshooters of the Seoul-Beijing relationship in 2010, frequently shuttling between the two capital cities to talk with Chinese academics, security experts, and government officials, about pending bilateral issues such as the sinking of the frigate Cheonan and North Korea’s shelling of Yeonpyeong Island, among others.
Assertive global role ‘good for Canada’, departing British ambassador says
Say goodbye to Anthony Cary, the diplomat who spoke out loud. The Harper government doesn’t have to tell him to be quiet anymore. Britain’s envoy to Canada has packed his bags and returned to London. For four years his inconvenient task was urging Ottawa, in public, to do more to combat global warming.
Year long celebrations of Pak-China friendship starts
Year long celebrations on the occasion of 60 years of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China commenced here last night with a function held at Pak-China Friendship Centre at a colourful ceremony attended by a large number of Pakistanis and Chines nationals.
Brand India may finally win the day against China: Expert
Giving a twist to the much-touted race between the Indian elephant versus the Chinese dragon, an eminent expert on 'nations branding' says although China's economy may be far bigger and its military superior, Brand India may just win the game as the world identifies with its values of plurality, diversity and tolerance.
2011: Cultural Exchange Year for Russia and Spain
Russia and Spain will have 2011 as their cross-cultural exchange year to host 700 events to boost mutual cooperation in science, education, culture and economics. Diplomatic relations between Russia and Spain started in 1667. The two nations have faced many hardships since then and it was not always easy to keep a high level of cultural cooperation.
Building Bridges With Pint-Size Ambassadors
Could world peace be sparked by a small group of children hoping to share a little goodwill with those who are less fortunate? Japan’s Kumon Institute of Education is trying to prove just that with its annual Ambassador of World Peace program.
Seoul is Hollywood of the East: CNN
Since Korea’s success began as an entertainment exporter in the late 1990s, its music, television dramas, movies and video games have become popular among young people across Asia, a phenomenon often known as “Hallyu” or the Korean Wave.
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