public diplomacy
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The most popular blog posts this month took on combatting Sweden's "flawless" nation brand, the soft power of citizen diplomacy, and the U.S. missile strikes on Syria.
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On the evolving concept of "soft power" and key challenges facing U.S. public diplomacy.
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Deadline extended to June 30 to apply for one of these prestigious grants.
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The top five most popular blogs for this month.
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"Institutions like USC and its CPD can increasingly provide the three C’s of public diplomacy: Crossroads, conversations, and culture," says Rob Asghar.
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How do China and India compare in their use of Buddhism in faith diplomacy?
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Check out this month's most-read CPD Blogs.
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Explore the emerging field of city diplomacy.