Strengthening parliamentary diplomacy between Vietnam and Indonesia
Multilateral diplomacy UpdatesThe official visit of Vietnam's National Assembly Chairman to Indonesia strengthens parliamentary diplomacy and people-to-people cooperation.
US Consulate in Milan blends Italian and American architecture
Consular and diaspora diplomacy, Cultural diplomacy UpdatesThe U.S. Consulate General in Milan has converted an old firing range into a modern consulate while preserving historic structures, showcasing a blend of classical Italian architecture and American design.
Inyambo diplomacy: Rwandan president Kagame’s tradition of gifting cows to foreign leaders
Animal diplomacy, Bilateral diplomacy, Types of diplomacy UpdatesRwandan President Paul Kagame has been using cow gifting as a form of diplomacy to build friendships and strengthen bilateral relations with foreign leaders.
Culture and education are the best way to invest in the future well-being of the African continent
Cultural diplomacy, Cultural diversity, Education diplomacy, Language (and) diplomacy UpdatesInvesting in culture and education is crucial for the future well-being of the African continent.
Slow progress of French feminist diplomacy
UpdatesFrance's efforts to implement a feminist foreign policy and promote gender equality are lagging behind in defending women's rights worldwide, according to a report by the High Council for Equality.
Thai Elephant Returns Home After 22 Years in Sri Lanka
Elephant diplomacy UpdatesA 29-year-old Thai elephant named Muthu Raja, also known as Sak Surin, has returned to his home country after spending 22 years in Sri Lanka. Activists claim that the elephant suffered mistreatment during his time abroad. The elephant was rescued from a Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka where he was found to be in pain and covered in abscesses. The elephant's journey back to Thailand cost hundreds of thousands of US dollars and has strained ties between Thailand and Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka's prime minister has apologized to the Thai king over the animal's condition.
Mango diplomacy between Bangladesh and India
Bilateral diplomacy, Food diplomacy, Types of diplomacy, Water diplomacy UpdatesMango diplomacy between Bangladesh and India uses mango as gesture of good will and friendship by the Prime Minister of Bangladesh.
Positive power of new technologies outweighs risks
Cybersecurity, Data and diplomacy, Digital diplomacy, Digital foreign policy, E-commerce and trade UpdatesAccording to Nick Fick, the US ambassador for cyberspace and digital policy, tech opportunities prevail over risks. He argues for more coordinated EU-USA governance for the China digital policy challenge.
UN Secretary-General issues policy brief on outer space governance ahead of Summit of the Future
Updates Space diplomacy UpdatesUN Secretary-General emphasizes the significance of outer space governance ahead of Summit of the Future, addressing sustainability, security, and inclusivity. Key points include challenges like space debris and opportunities like satellite use, alongside recommendations for unified frameworks and international norms to ensure space peace and cooperation.
Spain joins Artemis Accords
Space diplomacy Space diplomacy UpdatesSpain has become the 25th country to join the Artemis Accords, a set of nonbinding principles promoting governance of outer space exploration. Pedro Sánchez highlighted Spain's commitment to the space sector, emphasizing its importance in generating opportunities and high-quality employment.
