emojis
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Headlines this week in PD News showcased the convening power of cultural diplomacy.
Emojis are a nearly universal language – symbols that speak clearly across cultures. But Finland has created a set that has a more singular focus: putting a clever and fun spin on the culture and identity of the country.
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From punk rock musicians to state-sponsored emojis, a look at the role of popular culture in PD communication.
Finland's foreign ministry has launched a set of official emojis, and a once-ubiquitous Nokia handset is among them. More than 30 icons will be available for people to download, representing "important things associated with Finland", the ministry says.