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.
Most Australians Have No Faith in Indonesia
Bali may have become major tourism destination to Australians. Some of them even consider Bali their "backyard". However, ...a survey conducted by Lowy Institute in Sydney proves the opposite.
Germany launches fellowship to boost South Asian culture ties
The South Asian Network of the German government's Goethe-Institut Sunday announced a fully funded fellowship to further boost cultural relations with India and create cultural leaders.
Neighbours eye Iraq elections
In the run-up to today's historically significant parliamentary polls in Iraq, a volume of commentary has been offered on the complex internal dynamics in play and their critical import for the future direction of the country. But a question that begs asking is where do Iraq's neighbours stand on these critical elections.
Scanning at US airport: FATA delegation returns home in protest
A six-member delegation of the National Assembly comprised of FATA parliamentarians refused a body scan at the Washington National Airport and returned to Pakistan in protest.
Biden to try to boost Middle East peace prospects
President Barack Obama is sending his vice president to meet several Middle East leaders on a public diplomacy mission. Biden’s visit will begin on Monday and he plans to make stops with Israeli, Palestinian, Egyptian, and Jordanian leaders.
We should do more for Indonesia
When Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono lands in Australia tomorrow, he will be well aware that despite Australia's love affair with Bali, for most Australians Indonesia doesn't bring to mind particularly happy thoughts.
ASDA’A Burson-Marsteller unveils Arab Youth Survey
The most important priority for young people in the Middle East today is living in a democratic country, according to the Second Annual ASDA'A Burson-Marsteller Arab Youth Survey, the largest-ever study of its kind of the region's largest demographic.
Department of State Program Enhances Understanding, Appreciation for America And Americans Among You
InterMedia was contracted by the Evaluation Division in the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of State to complete a five-year evaluation of an innovative high school student exchange program -- the Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program.
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