Brand Asia at World Economic Forum Davos: Underpitched or Overplayed?

India nation brand expert Aparna Sharma reflects on the role of Brand Asia at the World Economic Forum in Davos, calling for a more nuanced, strategic approach to country promotion and brand positioning.

Public Diplomacy in Indonesia and Southeast Asia: Trends and Challenges

In this guest post USC Annenberg graduate and junior ministry official Gadis Ranty shares her thoughts on public diplomacy in Indonesia and Southeast Asia - the trends and challenges.

Tourism Brands and Destination Marketing Campaigns in Asia

India nation brand expert Aparna Sharma discusses tourism campaigns in Asia, the need for nations to remain competitive in a saturated market and the importance to communicate their place authentically.

Country Brands Asia: Bhutan – A Demure Brand

Nation brand expert Aparna Sharma visits the country of Bhutan to explore "Brand Bhutan" and its guiding principle, Gross National Happiness (GNH).

How LIKE BERLIN Helps Residents Express their View on City Identity

In this guest post Dirk Krischenowski, CEO and founder of dotBERLIN, discusses how cities can give their residents a voice and a platform to share their view on the city's identity, using the example of a city marketing initiative in Berlin, Germany.

Brazil, Olympics, Media Representation: Wild Like the Jungle?

Brazil place brand expert Caio Esteves reflects on stereotypical media representations, the country image of Brazil and the country's unconsolidated national identity.

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