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 Chinese forecasts of a US decline are off the money
Chinese-American relations are, once again, in a downswing. China objected to President Barack Obama’s receiving the Dalai Lama in the White House recently, as well as to the administration’s arms sales to Taiwan. There was ample precedent for both American decisions, but some Chinese leaders expected Obama to be more sensitive to what China sees as its “core interests” in national unity.
China says diplomacy is “best, most effective” way to solve Iran nuclear issue
China believes that diplomacy and peaceful talks are the best and most effective way to solve the Iran nuclear issue, Foreign Ministry spokesman Qin Gang said Thursday.
Korean Tacos and Kimchi Diplomacy
One area that the Korean government has recently chosen as a target for outreach is the realm of gastrodiplomacy. Gastrodiplomacy, simply put, is the act of winning hearts and minds through stomachs.
New PD Posts Posit Progress
The Department of State recently announced the creation of several new senior positions for its public diplomacy team. However, many foreign policy analysts wonder if the new measures are sufficient, or if the State Department can overcome serious internal management issues.
Google Diplomacy
What is unclear, however, is how Google’s move is influencing the Chinese public. Are ordinary people content without a free flow of information? The flowers left at the company’s front door make me think no. It’s not that Google’s move is an “Oh my god! We are being censored!” moment, but it may serve as the tipping point for an already simmering public, ready to join the modern, technology-open world.
McHale’s Strategy Sparks Debate
After Undersecretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs Judith McHale proudly announced she was "on the same page" as her predecessors Karen Hughes and James Glassman in defining a new public diplomacy strategy, a debate ensued.
Pakistan, rebranded
With a little help from its friends, Pakistan can emulate India by imprinting the face of Ali Zafar over AQ Khan in the minds of foreign investors. Enticing more investment and hence job opportunities, Pakistan and friends will have done their part to lure urchins with constructive, rather than destructive, aspirations.
The Dark Side of China Aid
As Beijing’s levels of foreign assistance swell and its relationship deepens with countries across Africa, Asia and Latin America, a key question emerges: What impact will investments by an opaque and repressive superpower have on governance standards in the developing world?
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