The future of diplomacy depends on greater cooperation between the private sector, government and civil society. Companies have emerged as new, powerful diplomatic actors. Business is shaping how the world works through their decisions on supply chains and investments, innovations and stances on environmental and social issues. They have the power – and responsibility – to contribute and add value to society, in addition to their shareholders and customers. At the same time, our global challenges are too big and technically complex for governments to solve alone, given their fiscal, political and long-term strategic planning limitations. However, the private sector … Continue reading The Meridian Center for Corporate Diplomacy