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.
Taiwan must capitalize on Flora Expo opportunities
The Taipei International Flora Expo welcomed its two millionth visitor Dec. 15 with a gift of two free flight tickets and a VIP pass for unlimited entry to five of the most popular pavilions. This milestone came much earlier than anticipated and augurs well for the success of this large-scale event in promoting Taiwan abroad.
US to continue long term cooperation with Pakistan: US Envoy
American ambassador to Pakistan Cameron Munter Friday appreciating Pakistan’s military contribution in war against terror in Swat and other areas, assured US would continue its long term cooperation with Pakistan to eradicate the menace of terrorism.
‘Can learn a great deal from India on harmony’
At a time when nations around the globe are losing ground to extremism, India’s tradition of tolerance and its management of a large and diverse society can be an important learning ground for the world, a U.S. cable from its New Delhi embassy said in 2006.
Video Debate: Is WikiLeaks Good For The World?
American journalist Robert Wright is a prize-winning author of books about science, evolutionary psychology, history, and religion and is the co-founder of Bloggingheads.tv, a platform for dialogue.
Lights, camera, Africa
It is hard to avoid Nigerian films in Africa. Public buses show them, as do many restaurants and hotels. Nollywood, as the business is known, churns out about 50 full-length features a week, making it the world’s second most prolific film industry after India’s Bollywood.
China PM on India charm offensive, offers trade boost
Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao pressed on with a charm offensive in India on Thursday, offering support for New Delhi's bid for a greater role in the United Nations and agreeing on an ambitious target of $100 billion in trade between the rising Asian powers by 2015.
Group aids consumers’ efforts to eliminate support for Congo’s ‘conflict minerals’
In a report released this week, the Enough Project ranks electronics companies based on their progress on eliminating 'conflict minerals' from their products. Consumers should take note.
Kashmiri Entrepreneurs Push for Growth in Region’s Agriculture
The Kashmir Himalayan region has been a hotly disputed area for decades, with both India and Pakistan laying claim to it. But some Kashmiris see their homeland not only as an area of conflict, but also as a land of agricultural opportunity.
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