{
  "id": 18097809,
  "title": "Katara strengthens global public diplomacy cooperation through Advisory Council",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/katara-strengthens-global-public-diplomacy-cooperation-through",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-04T08:56:47.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Peninsula Qatar",
    "slug": "the-peninsula-qatar",
    "url": "https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/04/11/2026/katara-strengthens-global-public-diplomacy-cooperation-through-advisory-council"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In Doha, Qatar, the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) reaffirmed its dedication to enhancing global public diplomacy through the Katara Public Diplomacy Centre, as its Advisory Council convened for its first meeting. General Manager Prof. Dr. Khalid bin Ibrahim Al Sulaiti, who also serves as President of the Global Public Diplomacy Network (GPDNet), underscored the importance of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and sustainable projects in promoting cultural understanding among nations.\n\nThe gathering included Katara's Deputy General Manager and Human Resources Director Saif Saad Al Dosari, GPDNet Secretary-General Maryam Majid Al Saad, and members of the Advisory Council. Prof. Dr. Al Sulaiti hailed the establishment of the Council as a pivotal moment in bolstering Katara's institutional framework and forging new international alliances in public diplomacy. He emphasized the Network's confidence in Katara's leadership, noting that Qatar's contributions to cultural diplomacy have earned international recognition.\n\nProf. Dr. Al Sulaiti reiterated Katara's commitment to the Network's sustainability and the expansion of its programs and activities. He explained that the Katara Public Diplomacy Center, launched in 2021, was designed as an extension of the GPDNet to preserve expertise and develop lasting initiatives. The Center has already hosted around 35 events and programs, ranging from public diplomacy courses to cultural exhibitions, since its inception.\n\nDuring the meeting, the Advisory Council members deliberated on strategic priorities, institutional growth, and ways to deepen the Center's integration with the GPDNet. Suggestions included creating specialized academic programs in cultural diplomacy, heritage management, and international communication, as well as collaborative visits, workshops, and training partnerships with institutions from member countries. They also discussed initiatives to celebrate cultural diversity through events like an international coffee and tea festival, art exhibitions, and showcases of traditional cuisine, music, and heritage.",
  "summary": "<p>Doha, Qatar: The Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening international cooperation and advancing public diplomacy through the Katara Public Diplomacy Centre, as its Advisory Council held its inaugural meeting yesterday.</p> <p>The meeting, held at Katara, was chaired by General Manager of Katara and President of the Global Public Diplomacy Network…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}