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 Cultural Center of the Philippines: Beyond the Edifice
The CCP in 1969 gave Filipino arts its headquarters, its home. It was then-First Lady Imelda Marcos who thought of creating a national theater, a cultural center that would develop the Filipino soul. So, as the CCP celebrates its 40th year in a gala show, to be led by conductor laureate Oscar Yatco and maestro Ryan Cayabyab, expect the onrush of memories.
A Boost for Australia’s Global Image
Trade Minister Simon Crean today announced the Australian Government will spend $20 million over the next four years to deliver a new international brand for Australia. Building Brand Australia will aim to capture the energy and vibrancy of contemporary Australia and present it to the world.
Rhythm Nation
As usual, Malaysia need a new logo, a new motto and a new song. This year’s motto should sound familiar: “1Malaysia, People First, Performance Now”. Yes, the Prime Minister’s promise to the nation is what we’re celebrating this year. I hope we don’t confuse work ethics with a vision statement for the country.
Young Leaders in Arab Worlds Learn How Social Media Makes Change
As was witnessed recently with the Iranian Twitter Revolution and the protesters making their voices heard on Twitter and Facebook this past June, the Arab World is embracing social media in an impacting way. Now more important than ever, the Middle East is involved in open dialogue, no matter what risks may be incurred as a result.
Surinamese Cultural Groups Come to Town
With the aim of promoting cultural exchange between Suriname and Trinidad and Tobago, the Trans Atlantic Trade and Cultural Exchange Programme Ltd, alongside the Surinamese Embassy, has brought three cultural groups from Suriname to T&T to celebrate and share in Trinidad and Tobago's Independence Day celebrations.
Cultural Exchange Helps Topple Barriers
Spirited Mexican music, folkloric dances, Mexican arts and crafts, Mexican food and family fun -- draped in colorful Mexican costume and custom -- were part of the event that was organized by Grupo Latinoamericano with the collaboration of the Consulate of Mexico in Kansas City.
Using Yoga and Bollywood to Woo the World
In the next two years, at least 15 new Indian cultural centres will be set up across the globe — from Dhaka to Tanzania, and Paris to Lagos. And the ‘new India’s’ cultural ambassadors are not its classical arts or folk traditions, but yoga and Bollywood.
Ireland: Learn Chinese for Free, Offers Entrepeneur
A Shanghai-based Irish entrepreneur is offering free Chinese language lessons online to every citizen of the Republic. Ken Carroll told the Observer that he decided to create a free online language learning pack because of Ireland's current economic difficulties.
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