15/03/2012

DipNote : U.S. Department of State Official Blog

DipNote : U.S. Department of State Official Blog:

Promoting Understanding and Empowering Women Through Soccer in Malaysia




Sports is a great way of building bridges and connections between nations and peoples. This is why sports have also been an integral part of cultural exchanges between governments, it is a commonality where divergence of interests only occurs in the field of friendly competition. It is therefore not surprising to see governments use sports as a medium and tool for diplomacy and foreign policy. With its mass appeal and universal reach, football is the most obvious and effective candidate.  




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