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Chess Diplomacy as a Tool of Humanitarian Cooperation
Russia's Foreign Ministry is promoting the idea of chess diplomacy as a means of fostering humanitarian cooperation between countries. The concept frames chess as a shared cultural activity that can build dialogue and understanding across political divides. The announcement highlights soft power and people-to-people ties as areas where states can cooperate even amid broader tensions.
Why now: Russia's Foreign Ministry is publicly framing chess as a soft power and humanitarian cooperation tool, drawing attention to cultural diplomacy efforts.
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- Chess Diplomacy as a Tool of Humanitarian Cooperation · Министерство иностранных дел России
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