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.
Wall Street Journal: Putin trip to Europe Sparks Flurry of Diplomacy Over Ukraine
Over the next two days, Russian President Vladimir Putin is due to meet with an array of European leaders, including his Ukrainian counterpart, in the most intense period of diplomacy between the Kremlin and Western capitals in months.
Are We Advancing in the Social Media War on Terror?
We appear to be making progress when it comes to combating ISIS propaganda online. That is the message from Rick Stengel, undersecretary of state for public diplomacy, in an interview with CNN.
Turkish Image Abroad Slumps
The Prime Ministry's Office of Public Diplomacy (PDO) announced on its website Sept. 28 that President Recep Tayyip Erdogan had revealed Turkey’s new logo and slogan, “Discover the Potential,” saying, “In humanitarian and emergency aid Turkey ranks third in the world now, following the United States and the United Kingdom.”
S/African Minister to Grace US Music Festival
South African Deputy Minister of Arts and Culture Rejoice Mabudafhasi is expected to speak at the on-going Ubuntu Music and Arts of South Africa Festival being held in New York City, United States, his office said Tuesday.
‘British Public Opinion Against Israel’
The British parliament’s vote to recognise a Palestinian state reflects shifting public sentiment against Israel in Britain and around the world, Britain’s ambassador to Israel said on Tuesday.
Foreign Affairs Ministry To Support School of Diplomacy
The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) will support the establishment of the Bung Hatta School of Diplomacy, an official said on Tuesday.
Tony Abbott's 'Shirt-Front' Threat to Vladimir Putin Makes for Cheap Diplomacy
Subtle is hardly the word to describe Abbott's pledge on Monday to "shirt-front" Vladimir Putin. But is language of this type effective?
Israel Gives Syrians Aid So Moderate Rebels Keep Extremists from Border, Ya'alon Says
Israel, according to Ya’alon, is stuck in a hostile neighborhood and must maneuver within it, exercising toughness as well as caution.
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