South Asia
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Writing from Islamabad, Rob Ashgar comments on how the new U.S. policy towards Pakistan could drive it to closer ties with China.
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Applications are now being accepted for CPD's annual training program, Summer Institute in Public Diplomacy, which is geared for the world's public diplomats.
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A look at how well countries in Africa and Asia, as well as cities, have attracted international students and workers.
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The age of digital diplomacy 3.0 emphasizes a personalized approach to technology, which has been implemented by India's Ministry of External Affairs via a smartphone app.
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Tensions between India and Pakistan played a significant role at the latest UN General Assembly, according to Muhammad Ittefaq.
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How has the coverage of natural disasters changed in the social media age?
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What happens in L.A. happens in the world. Hear from local thought leaders about critical global matters.
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Ilan Manor explores the relationship between a country's national image and the image of its leader.