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👉🏻The V International Competition “Leader of Public Diplomacy” is now open for applications. The initiative brings together leaders, experts and changemakers from around the world who contribute to strengthening international cooperation and intercultural dialogue through public diplomacy. The competition aims to support impactful initiatives that promote peace, mutual understanding, humanitarian cooperation and sustainable global development. 🌐 Participants from over 100 countries are expected to join the 2026 edition. 📅 Key dates: • 10 February – 31 March 2026 — application period • April – June 2026 — educational program and national stages • April – September 2026 — regional stages • 19–20 September 2026 — international final and awards ceremony (within the World Public Summit) 🏆 Competition categories include: • Cultural Diplomacy • Educational Diplomacy • Business Diplomacy • Scientific Diplomacy • Tourism • Sports Diplomacy • Children’s Diplomacy • Historical Memory • Gastronomic Diplomacy • Volunteering The competition is conducted in five official languages: English, Russian, Spanish, French and Arabic. 📩 Apply now: https://public-diplomacy.org/en/c/v-international-competition If you are developing projects that strengthen international dialogue and cooperation, this is an opportunity to present your initiatives to a global community of public diplomacy leaders.