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.
The Associated Press Spins China’s Post-Colonial Card in Algeria
Chinese media and public diplomacy often characterize China's relationship with Algeria as one of mutual understanding-- Foreign powers colonized both nations; Both nations fought for their independence in some of the bloodiest battles of the 20th century.
Moscow’s Foreign Policy Among ‘Least Reformed’ Aspects Of Russian Life
In an article in today's "Novaya politika," Maksim Artemyev says that despite the end of the Cold War and the disappearance of the Warsaw Pact, no one in the Russian capital has yet offered a carefully developed program for "the complete integration of Russia" into the new system of international relations.
Push Says ‘There’s Nothing Like Australia’
The campaign, created by DDB, is timed to capitalize on the return of consumer confidence but also coincides with a longer term Building Brand Australia Program to market Australia as a place to visit, live, work and do business.
British High Commission launches Hindi website
In an attempt to reach to more people in India, British High Commission today launched it's Hindi website hoping that this will bring a transformational change in the relations between both the countries.
Santos pledges diplomacy with Chavez
Colombian Presidential candidate Juan Manuel Santos told the Colombo-American Chamber of Commerce in Miami Tuesday that even though he and Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez are "like water and oil," if elected, he will "do everything possible to maintain the best relations" with Venezuela.
Obama: The Bush Doctrine 2.0?
As a candidate, Barack Obama promised to withdraw from Iraq, "finish the fight against al-Qaida and the Taliban," shut down Gitmo and break through the impasse with Iran. But as president, Obama is learning that conducting U.S. foreign policy is far more difficult than simply critiquing it.
Prejudice still has a hold on German attitudes to Turkish culture
Germany is home to the biggest Turkish diaspora in the world, but when it comes to accepting and appreciating Turkish culture, many Germans still have reservations.
Indian cultural fest in China, France
The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) would flag-off the Festival of India in China and France in April, showcasing a variety of art forms from various regions of India.
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