Strategies of modern-day small states
Alumni, Diplo Wisdom Circle Diplomacy of small states, Public diplomacy, Soft power diplomacy, Types of diplomacy BlogsSmaller states can leverage soft power, like Qatar did with Al Jazeera, and regional alliances to increase international relevance and influence. Crafty strategies can turn smallness into strength, enabling smaller states to establish credibility and trust on the global stage despite the dominance of larger nations. Efforts in state-branding and participation in alliances like CARICOM and ASEAN prove effective in countering perceptions of irrelevance or weakness typically associated with small states. Diplomatic innovation is key for small states to secure a place in international affairs.
Pegasus spyware ‘found on phone of jailed critic of Narendra Modi ’
Updates Surveillance UpdatesRona Wilson, an Indian activist critical of Narendra Modi, had his phone hacked with Pegasus spyware before his arrest, raising concerns about the case against him.
Digital accessibility in Kenya after COVID-19
Diplo Wisdom Circle Access, Digital divide, Rights of persons with disabilities BlogsDigital accessibility in Kenya faced challenges during COVID-19. The pandemic highlighted the struggle for accessibility, particularly for persons with disabilities in accessing online information and services. Efforts by companies like Safaricom show progress, but more action is needed. A national debate on digital accessibility is necessary, addressing issues such as literacy, education, expert availability, policy enforcement, and monitoring. Kenya must prioritize and institutionalize digital accessibility to ensure the inclusion of persons with disabilities. Embracing digital accessibility will not only benefit Kenya but also set a precedent for other nations to follow.
The geopolitics of digital standards: China’s role in standard-setting organisations
Standards for digital technologies are all around us, enabling devices to interact with each other, allowing us
to connect to mobile networks, and facilitating the exchange of information. By providing rules or guidelines
for the development and functioning of technologies, products, and services, standards foster interoperability
and enable safety and quality of service. This report provides an overview of the digital standardisation ecosystem
and explores China’s role within this ecosystem.
Diplo and the Geneva Internet Platform at IGF 2021
Conferences, Timeline Internet governance and digital policy EventsDiplo and the Geneva Internet Platform will participate in various sessions at IGF 2021, discussing topics like cyber stability, digital capacity development, access to the open internet, security of digital products, and global cyber expertise. Participants include experts from Diplo such as Vladimir Radunovic, Stephanie Borg Psaila, Tereza Horejsova, Jovan Kurbalija, and Katarina Anđelković. These sessions aim to foster dialogue and collaboration in addressing key challenges and opportunities in cyberspace.
Improving the practice of cyber diplomacy: Training, tools, and other resources – Final study
This study analyses the capacity development of cyber diplomacy, including training opportunities, tools, and other resources, and looks at their reach, take-up, and what should come next. Why? Because although cyber diplomacy, the conduct of diplomacy with respect to a state’s interests in cyberspace, is too important to ignore, the participation of countries is far from ideal.
How can Mediterranean wisdom shape our digital future?
AI & philosophy, humAInism BlogsWe explore the integration of Mediterranean philosophical insights into digital age ethics, highlighting the region's historical emphasis on balance, community, and sustainability as guiding principles for the digital future.
Foundations in Education Diplomacy online course
Alumni Education diplomacy CoursesLearn how to strengthen functional links between states and International Geneva to fulfil the right to education for children; how to overcome geographical, financial, and human resource limitations; and much more.
Capacity Development in Multilateral Diplomacy for Africa online course
Alumni Capacity development, Diplomacy of small states, Diplomatic functions and tools, International relations and diplomacy CoursesLearn how to increase the capacity of African states to participate efficiently in multilateral diplomacy; strengthen functional links between them and International Geneva; how to use e-tools for overcoming geographical, financial, and human resource limitations; and more.
Capacity Development in Multilateral Diplomacy for the Caribbean online course
Alumni Capacity development, Development diplomacy, Diplomacy of small states, Diplomatic functions and tools, International relations and diplomacy CoursesLearn how to increase the capacity of Caribbean states to participate efficiently in multilateral diplomacy; strengthen functional links between them and International Geneva; how to use e-tools for overcoming geographical, financial, and human resource limitations; and more.
