this week in pd
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Headlines explored ways in which innovation contributes to humanitarian diplomacy.
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This week in public diplomacy news, headlines revealed how trust can both smooth and sharpen diplomatic divides.
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PD News headlines showcased the role public opinion can play in international politics.
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News headlines showcased this week how nations utilize cultural diplomacy and other soft power assets to brand themselves abroad.
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Headlines this week in PD News followed the historic nuclear negotiations between Iran and global powers and the role public diplomacy will play in normalizing relations.
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PD News headlines this week acknowledged the importance of civility, cooperation and intercultural communications in public diplomacy.
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From student exchanges to standing up to Trump, citizen diplomacy featured prominently.
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Cultural diplomacy initiatives around the world ease tensions and strengthen bonds between nations with tumultuous diplomatic relations.