To break my writing hiatus, I struggled to write at least a paragraph a day, choosing a light and interesting topic that will somehow keep the computer keyboard clacking. It’s been a struggle as I was unable, due to several factors including fatigue and subtle ennui, to write something (except for numerous work-related deliverables) in…
Tag: cultural diplomacy
Diplomatic Anecdote 4: Behind the Scenes
A lot of actions in cultural diplomacy happen behind the scenes. Sure! What you see on camera are handshakes, toasts, smiles, poses, signed documents, signed agreements, well-designed venues, curated tablescapes, perfect exhibit setup. Behind these? Brainstorming, several alignment meetings, some disagreements maybe, several emails, constant exchange of messages in Messaging apps, several revision of drafts,…
Behind the Scenes of the Baguio Conference
I attended a conference in Baguio recently, where I was the keynote speaker on 24 October 2024. My topic was on the Internationalization of Higher Education. I appreciate this invitation from the Philippine International Friendship and Understanding Association (PIFUA) to the 5th International Conference-Training for International Students, Student Leaders, and Advisers (ICTISSLA), which gave me…
Gzhel
“Yes. The energy level is beyond the ceiling. 🤩 Amazing performance!” That was my first reply to a work colleague’s and friend’s message as I went home at past 11 p.m. after the Moscow Gala Concert featuring the Moscow academic dance theatre, “GZHEL”, held at the Aliw Theatre (Elizalde Hall) on 30 January 2023. She…
Beyond Routes 