With recent technological advances, the traditional spheres of international state activity – political, economic and military – have been joined by a fourth: information. Perception and public opinion are increasingly important calculations for states acting on the world stage. Governments can no longer afford to ignore the value of 'public diplomacy' as a strategic tool.

The Public Diplomacy programme is one of the most established and successful projects run by the Foreign Policy Centre (FPC). Through a series of high-level panels, seminars and publications, the programme has placed the FPC at the forefront of thinking on the development of public diplomacy. Working with a range of government and non-government partners, the Public Diplomacy programme continues to develop both cutting-edge research and effective practical strategies. The programme also conducts research into the broader role of media and communications in international affairs.

To discuss possible projects with The Foreign Policy Centre, please contact Philip Fiske de Gouveia at philip.fiske@fpc.org.uk