27th – 31st July 2009, Berlin, Germany

The International Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy 2009 will bring together a diverse group of participants from across the world for a weeklong program of lectures, social events and panel discussions that will look at the role of soft power in contemporary international relations. The speakers during the week are experts and leading figures from politics, academia, and the private sector. The participants of the Symposium include students, young professionals, senior academics and diplomats, all of whom will have the chance to debate the future of soft power and cultural diplomacy with fellow participants and leading authorities. In the evenings the participants will have the opportunity to network in social events, enjoy live music and entertainment and to explore Berlin’s vibrant nightlife.

The theme of this year’s Symposium will be the role of soft power in the international environment, and the speakers will include Jorge Sampaio, United Nations High Representative for the Alliance of Civilisations and former President of Portugal (1996-2006), Joaquim Chissano, former President of Mozambique (1986 – 2005) and former Chairperson of the African Union (2003 – 2004), Cassam Uteem, former President of the Republic of Mauritius (1992-2002), Dr. Vaira Vīķe-Freiberga, former President of Latvia (1999-2007), and Dr. Vasile Puşcaş, Romanian Minister for European Affairs.

More information

Symposium Brochure

Contact: symposium@culturaldiplomacy.org