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Showcasing Meridian International Center's exchange programs, including #IVLP, empowering global leaders with insights & networks. Main: @MeridianIntl
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“Young leaders are the future.”. Karen Garcia, a participant in the U.S. Congress–Republic of Korea National Assembly Exchange Program, shares why empowering young voices and building global relationships is essential to diplomacy. #USROK #ExchangeAtMeridian #GlobalLeadership
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Energy security and policy reform are central to global economic growth. @StateIVLP participants from Pakistan engaged with Samantha Carl-Yoder, Co-Chair of the International Practice at @BrownsteinHyatt, for a strategic discussion on the evolving policy landscape in the power
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American diplomacy is often shaped not in embassies, but in everyday exchanges across the country. This month, we welcomed 200+ youth through exchange programs, building global ties and bringing fresh perspectives to American classrooms, homes, and communities.
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Across the country, American communities are gaining new insights and inspiration from the Pan Africa Youth Leadership Program (#PAYLP) participants. From volunteering with local nonprofits in Kansas City to learning about disaster response in Louisville, participants are
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As international tourism grows, police departments are evolving to better serve global visitors. In Orlando, FL, our @StateIVLP group met with the Orlando Police Department’s Portuguese-Speaking Citizens Police Academy to examine how multilingual engagement strategies help build
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Cultural diplomacy was front and center at the @USA_Pavilion_ for Expo 2025 Osaka. Meridian-led delegations of performers and U.S. leaders explored how culture and innovation connect nations alongside the U.S. Presidential Delegation and performances by the Carolina Jazz
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The future of diplomacy is shaped by today's youth. Our new cohort of #PAYLP participants are diving into American democracy, innovation, and public service while forming meaningful connections that promote mutual understanding and global collaboration. #PAYLP2025
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Cyber threats are getting smarter. So are the people fighting them. Through @StateIVLP, a delegation from the R.O.K. explored how U.S. experts across tech, law enforcement & academia are teaming up to combat digital crime & protect innovation. Read more here:
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As global markets shift, Türkiye is emerging as a key hub for business and innovation. In partnership with @yeewdc, we led a 15-member 360 Leadership delegation to Istanbul and Ankara for high-level meetings and cultural exchange, exploring Türkiye’s evolving economy and
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RT @MeridianIntl: Meridian is strengthening its global impact with the expansion of its senior leadership team. We’re proud to welcome Kell….
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2025 Meridian-Cox Foreign Service Fellow, Isha Mankar, reflects on how early exposure to diplomacy and career-building opportunities can open doors to the U.S. Foreign Service. @UCCoxFoundation #OpenDiplomacy #ExchangeAtMeridian
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Energy independence requires collaboration, innovation, & shared policy insight. Through @StateIVLP, we welcomed French leaders to explore how U.S. innovation & public-private partnerships advance energy security. Learn more: . #ExchangeAtMeridian
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How do cities prepare for the unexpected? Through @StateIVLP, Brazilian experts explored U.S. approaches to disaster response. From live flood ops in Louisville to recovery planning in New Orleans, participants gained insights on coordination, communication, and preparedness.
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The future of U.S. diplomacy depends on agile, well-prepared leaders. Our 2025 #DiplomacyRISE Networking Reception brought Meridian-Cox Foreign Service Fellows together with diplomats and global affairs experts to build lasting connections and opportunities into the Foreign
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From the NBA Finals to the world stage at #Expo2025, violinist @KyleDillingham is using music to power cultural diplomacy. He’ll return to the @USA_Pavilion_ for National Day on July 19. Watch his @koconews anthem reflection: . #CulturalDiplomacy #Expo2025.
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At Expo 2025 Osaka, Meridian’s performers at the @USA_Pavilion_ are sharing the sounds and stories of the U.S., building trust and strengthening global ties through cultural diplomacy. Learn more about Expo 2025: PC: @USA_Pavilion_ . #CulturalDiplomacy
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Academic partnerships go beyond student exchanges, they’re strategic tools for innovation and diplomacy. Through a recent @StateIVLP, higher ed leaders from Southern Italy met with U.S. universities to explore new models of collaboration. Read more here:
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U.S. cultural exchanges aren’t just about goodwill, they’re a strategic investment in national security. By building ties with emerging global leaders, they strengthen trust and counter rising threats. @ConversationUS explores how these programs shape global views of America.
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During the Cold War, U.S. diplomats turned to jazz to counter Soviet influence. Musicians like Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington became cultural envoys, offering the world a different view of America. Today, that same quiet power drives exchanges. Read more from @ConversationUS:
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While global rivals invest in influence, America invests in people. Exchanges are the quiet force behind U.S. diplomacy—rooted in empathy, not transactions. Read more in @ConversationUS: #ExchangesMatter #ExchangeAtMeridian
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