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January 24, 2016

The foreign exchange program brings students from all over the world to the U.S. with the goal of increasing cultural awareness and openness both stateside and abroad. For many students, Bowman said, the trip can be a great way for students to connect with cultures in which they are interested.

Secretary of State John Kerry said Friday the U.S. would seek a significant boost in humanitarian aid for the global refugee crisis and would urge at least 10 more countries to offer resettlement programs.

Ninja are known across the world as exotic Japanese heroes widely depicted in anime and films. In 2015, nearly 20 million people from abroad visited Japan. Many of them wanted to see ninja, and some Japanese businesses are catering to their desire.

This article examines the opportunities, incentives and obstacles surrounding U.S.-Brazil defense cooperation.

Since 2012, the US government has put more than $US700 million...into supporting gay rights groups and causes globally. America's money and public diplomacy have opened conversations and opportunities in societies where the subject was taboo just a few years ago. But they have also made gay men and lesbians more visible - and more vulnerable to harassment and violence....

 

December 18, 2015

PD News headlines showcase the roles of art and cultural diplomacy around the word. 

This new article from the Center for Strategic and International Studies assess the U.S.-led campaign against ISIS and suggests a three-part framework to defeat the terrorist organization. 

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