I met CEO of Meridian International Center Meridian International Center Amb Stuart Holliday Stuart Holliday. We greatly value the opportunity to strengthen OAS-Meridian collaboration on exchanges of professional expertise, diplomatic trainings in global leadership, cultural diplomacy, democratic…

My deepest condolences to World Central Kitchen and Chef José Andrés 🕊️🥘🍳 on the tragic loss of their humanitarian aid workers in Gaza. Their dedication to serving those in need exemplifies the best of humanity. Access to humanitarian aid is critical across all conflicts, and we must address the…

Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Esther Coopersmith, a cherished former member of Meridian's Board of Trustees. Esther, a beacon of diplomacy and advocate for peace, left an indelible mark on Meridian International Center and the world. Esther's legacy spans her roles as a UN…

A special thanks on behalf of Meridian International Center to American Chamber/Mexico leaders Mónica Aspe of AT&T Mx, Mario de la Cruz Sarabia of Apple and Guillermo Bernal for supporting strong U.S.-Mexico economic and commercial ties. #OpenDiplomacy in action.

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Sharing my recent op-ed in The Hill exploring the next phase of diplomacy in our ever-evolving world. Traditional diplomacy alone cannot solve today's challenges. We're entering the era of “Open Diplomacy,” where cooperation extends beyond governments to include the private…

Meridian International Center’s Stuart Holliday offers critical insights on the Haiti crisis in a conversation with CNN’s Jim Acosta. From evacuation strategies to long-term solutions, learn about the challenges and opportunities facing Haiti. Watch now for his analysis: m.youtube.com/watch?v=BWZxxB…

Grateful for the opportunity to join Jim Jim Acosta on CNN yesterday to discuss the evolving situation in Haiti.

The road ahead for #Haiti requires strategic engagement and effective security measures. By supporting the restoration of security, humanitarian assistance, and a…

Happy to have hosted Ambassador @youamraniof of Embassy of Morocco at Meridian International Center, fostering strong ties between our nations. #Morocco holds a special place as America's oldest diplomatic relationship, formally recognizing the U.S. by signing the Moroccan-American Treaty of Peace…

Congratulations to Kevin Rudd AC on the Australian Embasssy Gala at the iconic “new” embassy celebrating amazing people representing the future of diplomacy — innovators, cultural leaders, scientists and athletes. In the Ambassador’s words, it is the “hard business of peace and…

I sat down with Hank Willis Thomas, a renowned American artist, for the latest episode of Meridian International Center's #cultureXchanges podcast.

We spoke on how growing up in Washington, DC shaped his artistic vision, the theme of universality in his work, and what politicians could learn…

Congratulations to Ambassador Rahm Emanuel (ラーム・エマニュエル駐日米国大使) and Senator Bill Hagerty for demonstrating bipartisan commitment to Japan and the importance of literature and culture's role in diplomacy.

This library, which has been a site of critical diplomatic gatherings for decades, has…

In 2010, the then Crown Prince and Princess of Denmark joined Meridian to visit Sitar Arts Center & to officially inaugurate the exhibition of The Wild Swans. Congratulations to Crown Prince Frederik X & Crown Princess Mary on their forthcoming reign as King & Queen.

In a world grappling with complexities, #culturexchanges Ep9 offers insights into the role of art as a unifying force. Join Stuart Holliday & Jeff Koons in a conversation that transcends borders & explores the depth of cultural connections. meridian.org/project/cultur…

Earlier this year, I sat down with Matthew Swift 🇺🇸, the CEO of Concordia, as part of his insightful video series, “The Swift Hour.” We explored topics ranging from global diplomacy to the role of private-sector partnerships in addressing global challenges. Watch the…

🎙️ NEW #Culturexchanges pod: Episode 9 is out now! Join Stuart Holliday as he delves into a fascinating conversation with renowned artist Jeff Koons. Listen here: meridian.org/project/cultur…

Delighted to share the latest episode of Meridian’s podcast: cultureXcultures featuring an engaging conversation with renowned global artist Jeff Koons. You can listen to the podcast here: shows.acast.com/638776ed285bb6… or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Key takeaways include unique…

Henry Kissinger possessed a strategic mind and boundless energy to the end, pushing the possibilities and limits of U.S. leadership in the world. From the Cold War to the AI era, Dr. Kissinger helped us make sense of complex issues and the value of strategic relationships despite…