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Web Crackdowns Spread
The new legislation follows similar crackdowns on online political communication in other former Soviet republics and signals a growing fear among officials in authoritarian states after public uprisings in Iran and Moldova were fuelled by internet social networks, such as Twitter and Facebook.
The Growing Relevance Of The J-1 Visa
In a global climate where diplomatic relations and foreign affairs heavily influence a country’s peace and prosperity, the Department of State views the J-1 visa primarily as a tool of diplomacy. Regardless of the type of program that the J-1 visa supports, it has one purpose: To promote cultural and educational exchange.
Budding Russian Diplomats Attend Truman Institute Seminar
Ten students from Russian universities, including from the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Moscow State Institute of International Relations, attended this year’s ‘Israel in the Middle East Seminar for Young Russian Diplomats’ at the Harry S. Truman Research Institute for the Advancement of Peace.
Paraguay Ambassador Praises Taiwan’s Pragmatic Diplomacy
Paraguay Ambassador to the Republic of China Ramon Antero Diaz Pereira praised Taiwan Monday for having adopted a pragmatic diplomatic approach toward improving relations with China, saying that he is gratified to see the positive developments between Taiwan and China over the past year and that he believes it will help bring further cross-Taiwan Strait stability.
A Clinton Moment: The Naked Truth About Americans
It was a classic Clinton moment, engaging in what she calls public diplomacy to argue that Americans have more in common with people around the globe than is often suggested. She blamed the media — not just the news but also entertainment — for distortions.
UN’s Quiet Man Defends Velvet Glove Approach
UN Sec Gen Ban Ki-Moon: "This quiet diplomacy or humility should not be construed as lack of leadership. When it comes to real crises, I have taken decisive decisions."
Chinese Cultural Week Kicks Off
The Chinese Cultural Week kicked off at noon with an opening ceremony that offered attendees a sample of what the weeklong fest will showcase. The celebration is also part of a national tribute to the 30-year anniversary of open trade relations between the U.S. and the People's Republic of China. Chicago is also the sister city of Shenyang and Shanghai, China.
Conference at The George Washington University to Explore Changes in Public Diplomacy Since Nixon-Kh
A conference hosted by The George Washington University's Institute for Public Diplomacy and Global Communications, "Face-off to Facebook: From the Nixon-Khrushchev Kitchen Debate to Public Diplomacy in the 21st Century," will mark the 50th anniversary of the debate and examine new opportunities for U.S. global outreach in a Web 2.0 world.
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