This Week in PD is a weekly 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. Follow us via #TWiPD on Twitter and Facebook.
This Week in PD
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From nation branding through food to the sound of music diplomacy, headlines showcased the sensory side of culture.
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This news roundup explores soft power seduction strategies in China, Korea and New Zealand.
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Headlines explore the public diplomacy potential of economic cooperation in Africa, Asia and the United States.
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From literary exchanges to music festivals, this PD News roundup is all about art.
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Headlines explored the cultural highs and lows of fashion on the global stage.
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Headlines pivoted east in this news roundup with stories on China, Korea and Singapore.
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Whet your appetite with this culinary and culturally focused PD News roundup.
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Stories about art, food and cultural exchanges featured prominently in this week's roundup