A New Spring for U.S. Diplomacy?

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Diplomacy is busting out everywhere -- and not just the firm handshake and stiff smile for the cameras type of diplomacy, either. We're talking to China about more than the economy. We actually invited Iran to a meeting over Afghanistan. We're pushing Israel and Syria together for serious talks. And how's this for a golden oldie -- we and Russia are working to cut a deal before the end of the year that would reduce their nuclear weapons stashes.

In other words, President Obama is trying to deliver on a campaign promise to be more directly engaged with allies and antagonists alike and search for common ground. The burst of activity is encouraging.


read more: http://blog.kiplinger.com/politics/2009/04/a-new-spring-for-us-diplomacy.html

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1. Too early. nt