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.
Kenya: Top diplomatic scandal still active at the Kenyan Embassies
Top diplomats are still active creating inflated price at the Kenyan embassies, its consulates, and diplomatic missions around the world, according to the publication cables which was the third in a series of U.S. classified document “mega-leaks” distributed by shadow diplomacy in Nairobi Kenya.
First Lady Diplomacy: All Eyes on Iriana
Iriana Widodo is our latest First Lady and since last Monday she began her new era as the Ibu Negara of the world’s third largest democracy. People say behind each great president, there is a great first lady – and behind her is a great team.
Russia Today Launches UK Version in New Soft Power Onslaught
The battle for hearts and minds of the global television news audience has entered a new phase with the launch of a dedicated UK version of the Kremlin-backed 24-hour news channel, RT.
"Little India" Project Under the Spotlight
The Ministry of Culture organized an open discussion meeting with a number of Indian Expat Businessmen to discuss the latest developments with regard to the "Little India" project.
The Pope’s Power
The pope comes to the table with “no threats, no bullets, no drones.” The head of the Catholic Church is the ultimate example of soft power.
Recalibrating India’s Foreign Policy
Every country’s foreign policy has elements of continuity and change following a change in government. India’s policy under Mr. Modi is no different. The fourth change is a greater emphasis on ‘soft power’.
Scientists Call for More African-Led Research and Development
A rising call for African-led research has permeated Cape Town this week as HIV researchers and scientists from around the world flooded the city for the first HIV Research for Prevention Conference.
Syrian Kurdish Cartoonist on Fighting ISIL with Art
The battle against the "Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant" (ISIL) is not only military but ideological, Syrian Kurdish cartoonist Dijwar Ibrahim tells Al-Shorfa. In an exhibition held October 12th-22nd in Iraq's Kurdish region of Erbil, Ibrahim addresses the issue with a selection of cartoons and caricatures.
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