Articles related to "Diplomacy"

Cultural diplomacy describes a form of diplomacy that places an emphasis on cultural recognition and understanding as a basis for dialogue.

In the game of Diplomacy, players use their diplomatic and tactical skills to be the first to control early 20th-century Europe.

The war of liberation or Chimurenga and Britain's search for majority rule were the two main conflicting forces shaping the history of Rhodesia from 1965 to 1980.

Bush did the sword dance with bedouins in Saudi Arabia - other than some ribbing from late night talk hosts, no big deal. Obama wore a turban in Kenya - why the fuss?

For the first time in its history, the EU Commission will hold a meeting on another continent, in Africa. Is cultural diplomacy the answer to solving world problems?

On November 4, 2008 the people of the United States elected the country´s first African American president. They also elected a world leader.

Russia responds to UK decision to expel 4 diplomats.

As African nationalists intensified their guerrilla campaigns against the white minority government of Ian Smith, John Vorster also increased his support for Smith.

Classical music takes a stab at diplomacy as the New York Philharmonic plans a tour of North Korea, hoping to improve relations between two hostile nations.

An overview of the first few days of what may happen once you've been approved to care for a child in the foster care system.

For years Canadian foreign policy has been based on Lester Pearson's assumptions of Canada as a middle power. Is it time for Canada to be considered a great power?

Place branding is the new buzz term in brand management and public diplomacy. In a globalized society there is a lot of competition for investment, residents and tourists

Senator Obama stated he would seek diplomacy with Iran but denies that he would negotiate with terrorists. These statements are not compatible with one another.

Loud explosion at St Pancras Chambers triggers mass evacuations by police.

Iraq needs a fresh approach; free from party political pressures and ulterior motives. Was the Baker-Hamilton Report a missed opportunity?

The book reviewed here discusses the birth and development of early modern European diplomatic relations from a French historical perspective.

North Korea has agreed to disable all its nuclear facilities by the end of 2007.

In the two centuries before the American Revolution, the French, Dutch, and English viewed the Six Nations of the Iroquois as the fiercest warriors in the Northeast.

There are two kinds of power used to bring about change - hard power and soft power. Evan Potter's book is an exploration of how soft power can change the world.

Iraq is among an exclusive list of countries that claim to have had a great influence on world culture. A brief historical overview is provided here.

The U.S.-Muslim Engagement Project has released a report that provides strategies for improved U.S. relations with Muslim countries and communities.

French, like its romantic counterparts Spanish and Italian, has its roots in Latin. It evolved gradually into its own language and became internationally influential.

Mugabe's land reforms have helped to create friends and enemies for him within Africa. This alliance system is manifested at both bilateral and multilateral levels.

Two short-term issues for the increased Chinese aid are the corruption and the secrecy with investment that will make future Chinese relations in Africa rather tricky.

Security in Afghanistan will not be achieved without the creation of jobs and infrastructure. FINCA loans allow Afghan families to build small businesses and create jobs.

The "Harare Declaration" made Zimbabwe the pivot of Commonwealth diplomacy in Africa in the 1990s. How and why then did Mugabe walk Zimbabwe out of the Commonweath?

By the 1920s Americans looked for a new, kinder foreign policy. Presidents Harding and Hoover would bring an end to the "Big Stick" era with the "Good Neighbor" Policy.

The Arman Public Relations Research Institute (APRRI) and the International Public Relations Association (IPRA) held their fifth festival and fourth symposium in Tehran.

This article contains a brief history of war in the Balkans during the 1990s, and key events that brought the Serbs and ethnic-Albanians to war in Kosovo during 1998.

After 25 years of enmity, President Nixon and Mao Tse-Tung ushered in a new era of world politics with "the week that changed the world."

Throughout the difficult years of Zimbabwe's power struggle, South African President Thabo Mbeki insisted on a "silent diplomacy" towards Mugabe.

Although songs and writings depicted romantic stories surrounding castles, actually, greed and desire for power fueled the Crusades and a quest for more wealth.

In light of President Obama's recent executive order that shut down the prison camp at Guantanamo, experts are suggesting that the base be turned into a medical facility.

Solomon is known as one of the wisest of kings from antiquity. What understanding can be gleaned from his powers of decision making?

President Thabo Mbeki's "Silent Diplomacy" towards Zimbabwe's Robert Mugabe cost him greatly in terms of his international reputation and his power.

With the changing world order, the White House should reflect more the cultural diversity of international affairs and international political economy.

Once again, preparations are underway to welcome the third millennium, except on this occasion, by adherents of the ancient Ethiopian Coptic calendar.

During the inter-war period collective security of the League of Nations was the best means of resolving international disputes before they escalated into war.

China's silence over Africa came to an end when the West threatened to frustrate Beijing's Olympic ambitions. After the Games, however, China stopped explaining itself.

Ahmadinejad is the face of the Iranian government as Bush is the face of the US government. Both are dependent on other parts of their governments to create policy.

After 18 months of work, the bipartisan Leadership Group of the U.S.-Muslim Engagement Project released its groundbreaking report on September 24th, 2008.

Despite Soviet acquisition of the atomic bomb in 1949, early Cold War crises were frequently diffused when the U.S. threatened to use the bomb in several Asian conflicts.

In October 2001, Canada made a commitment to help rebuild Afghanistan. Eight years later, Canadians debate their ongoing involvement.

The years and months preceding the Beijing Olympic Games were the most difficult in China's recent history. How did China manage to cope with these challenges?

If you want to lend a hand with the conflict in Darfur, these organizations may be a place to start.

Herbert Hoover's first foray into politics came when President Harding named him Commerce Secretary in 1920. It was from here that the road to the White House was paved.

Recent New Mexico & South Korean visits by high-level DPRK delegations, renewed anticipation about North Korean nuclear proliferation reduction & bilateral American talks

Frustrated at missing the best starting spots in Settlers of Catan? This article explains how to find out that perfect spot to place a settlement.

Europa Universalis III was a highy complex political strategy game, but in their latest addition, Paradox Interactive bring some welcome changes.

Richard Nixon is surely best remembered for the Watergate scandal and subsequent resignation. There is certainly much more to his time in office than that, however.