New media and foreign policy

New information and communication technologies have now entered the realm of foreign policy, and they have a direct impact on international relations in the 21st century.

Modern media's impact on foreign policy will be a key discussion point at DW's 2015 Global Media Forum in Bonn.

Date 02.02.2024
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