Science Diplomacy Capacity Development: Where Do We Go From Here? (WebDebate #55)
IFDT Science diplomacyDate: Thursday, 14th July, 13:00 UTC (09:00 EDT | 15:00 CEST | 21:00 CST)
For both diplomats and scientists, science diplomacy has become an important topic and practice. It is discussed as an important contribution to solving some of the most…
Increasing innovative diplomacy in South Africa
IFDT, Updates Digital diplomacy, Digital foreign policy, Public diplomacy Updates
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Diplomats need to be more innovative and find new ways of practicing their craft.
This was the underlying message of South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa during the 2022 Heads of Missions conference…
Science Diplomacy in 2022: More Cooperation or More Division? (WebDebate #54)
IFDT WebDebates EventsDate: Tuesday, 5th April, 13:00 UTC (09:00 EDT | 15:00 CEST | 21:00 CST)
Science diplomacy offers many tools to foster collaboration among states and other stakeholders. In this way, the practice can lead to increased mutual understanding and…
Science diplomacy: The road ahead in 2022 (WebDebate #53)
IFDT Science diplomacy EventsDate: Tuesday, 1st March, at 13:00 UTC (08:00 EST | 14:00 CET | 21:00 CST)
Over the last couple of years, science diplomacy has become an increasingly important concept and practice. Many institutions and individuals have turned to science…
#Diplomacy: Internet and social media [A historical journey #10]
IFDT Webinars History of diplomacy EventsIn the November episode of our History of Diplomacy and Technology series, we will analyse the impact the internet and social media have on diplomacy.
Diplomats use the internet for meetings, sharing information, negotiating, and communicating.…
[WebDebate #51] International organisations: Independence under threat?
IFDT WebDebates EventsEvent date: Tuesday, 2nd November, 13:00 UTC (09:00 EDT | 14:00 CET | 21:00 CST)
International organisations have always been faced with two very different tasks. On the one hand, they serve as a venue for states to shape the global agenda,…
[WebDebate #50] Training cyber diplomats: Tools, gaps, and opportunities
IFDT WebDebates EventsDiplomats need to be ready to address digital topics adequately and to harness the challenges and opportunities brought about by digitalisation and emerging digital technologies. Whether we are talking about security, commerce, health, or human…
