Chinese Soft Power
Chinese Soft Power
A Case Study of Panda Diplomacy
Author(s): Mohamad ZreikSubject(s): Diplomatic history, International relations/trade, Political behavior, Globalization, Geopolitics, Politics and Identity
Published by: Centre of European Dialogue and Cultural Diplomacy
Keywords: Soft Power; Public Diplomacy; Panda Diplomacy; Foreign Policy of China; Conflict Resolution;
Summary/Abstract: This paper examines China's public relations strategy of "panda diplomacy." The research used secondary sources to examine the role of panda diplomacy in Chinese public diplomacy. China's panda diplomacy is a unique tool for public diplomacy that may be used to spread Chinese culture to a global audience and create friendly bilateral relations between the nations where it is implemented. Compared to Confucius institutes or student exchanges, it has a greater impact on the perception of China in the international community. Panda diplomacy can assist China achieve its public diplomacy aims, demonstrating its efficacy as a tool for public diplomacy. As a result of this study, a better understanding of China's soft power and public diplomacy can be gained by studying the relationship between panda diplomacy and political ties.
Journal: Journal of Global Politics and Current Diplomacy
- Issue Year: 10/2022
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 19-37
- Page Count: 19
- Language: English