FIFA exercises tremendous influence with its financial clout and sports diplomacy, but it has been very accommodating to North Korea, since an unexpected move by the North could throw a spanner into the event.

The Shanghai World Expo is "a perfect opportunity to build on and further strengthen the good relations" between the European Union and China, an EU official said Thursday. "The European Union is China's main economic partner and we have built a strategic partnership with the Chinese government over the years," Viviane Reding, vice president of the EU Commission, told Xinhua in an interview.

Whether the artifacts on display are works of art, rare alchemical texts, natural historical wonders, or even an array of symbolic stuff that is intended to “win the hearts and minds” of foreign audiences, an exhibition, to conjure an idea from one of my favorite writers, also has the potential to be experienced as a “house of deceit.”

As a museum curator who has spent most of the last decade dabbling in the collection and display of objects in order to frame rich historical narratives for the civic and educative enrichment of culturally diverse audiences, I can conscientiously admit that there are things an exhibition is capable of doing and things an exhibition cannot accomplish. In fact, it is folly to say one knows exactly just what impact an exhibition with any given theme may have on any audience whatsoever.

A hundred member Indian youth delegation led by Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports M S Gill will visit China as part of a bilateral initiative to further the ties between youths.

Six Taiwanese writers gathered in Toronto, Canada today to join the 11th International Conference on the Short Story in English (SSIE), an annual feast of literature joined by 42 international writers in the York University, according to the Central News Agency reports today.

Brand Kenya Board has embarked on a programme to give unique identities to municipal councils. The programme will enable regions to develop brands themed along their core activities and main products.

In an effort to build understanding between cultures, The Handshake Concert is a creative initiative in ‘Music Diplomacy’ to celebrate friendship and culture. Well-known musicians such as Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, Lama Tashi, Cultural Vibrants, OFF, Nise Meruno, Asin Shurhozelie, Tetseo Sisters, Medusa and Soulmate will be performing at The Handshake Concert in New Delhi on World Music Day on June 21.