KYIV, UKRAINE - Donald J. Trump’s first foreign trip as U.S. President is now history, but the repercussions are likely to be felt for years to come. A huge sale of U.S. weapons — $350 billion — to Saudi Arabia cemented a...
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President Trump’s First Trip Overseas: A Public Diplomacy Perspective
May 25, 2017
This week’s PD News headlines focused on President Trump’s highly-anticipated trip overseas. The first stop on the president’s visit was Saudi Arabia, signifying the importance of Saudi Arabia as a key ally of the U.S. in the Middle East. President Trump’s meeting with Pope Francis highlights the importance of diplomatic ties. Other articles explore Melania Trump’s international debut as First Lady, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson’s indifference towards the media during the trip, and President Trump’s dance diplomacy in Saudi Arabia.
• First Stop on Trump’s First Official Trip Overseas Signals Saudi Arabia’s Importance – The Washington Post
• Why Tillerson Needs the Media – Politico
• Dance Diplomacy: In Saudi, Trump Shakes a Leg During Traditional Sword Ceremony – Hindustan Times
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