The Inter-Parliamentary Union and the International Conference of Youth and Students are two events that promote Russia’s soft image to the world.

This Week in PD, we share international news on soft power, cultural diplomacy, international development and more.

Thought leaders can serve as cultural ambassadors, as Norberto Fuentes has for Cuba. How can the U.S. follow suit to develop soft power?

To be held on March 2, this year's theme is the increasing relevance of public diplomacy in border policy and global governance.

This Week in PD, we share international news on art diplomacy, nation branding, cultural diplomacy and more.

Learn how to measure the impact of soft power programming with Ian Thomas, Head of Evaluation for the British Council.