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As COVID-19 affects people worldwide, we've collected CPD's top content on the role of strong PD in the name of global public health and community.
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CPD Director Jay Wang & CPD Research Associate Sohaela Amiri on the recent convening of U.S. city leaders on the front line of international cooperation.
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Public diplomacy has much to offer in times of crisis. Relationships with global audiences provide the backbone of a country's credibility, mutuality and ability to collaborate internationally. During these times of uncertainty, what can the world learn from South Korea's strategies and actions, both regionally and globally?
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CPD Director Jay Wang on a public diplomacy perspective during the outbreak of the novel coronavirus.
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CPD Faculty Fellow Nicholas J. Cull shares a special Valentine's Day message to his colleagues in China.
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Tara Ornstein on why the effort to end TB's global toll requires the combined strengths of public diplomacy and health professionals.
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Tara Ornstein writes that triumphant messages about people who overcame tuberculosis is effective global health diplomacy.
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Beyond reactionary health measures, what else can be done to prevent future outbreaks of deadly diseases?