Ufa as a Bridge: Expanding Russia’s Soft Power Through Local Public Diplomacy, NGOs, and Diplomacy Education
Introduction Ufa, the capital of the Republic of Bashkortostan, sits at the crossroads of Europe and Asia as a regional economic and cultural hub. Beyond industry and natural resources, Ufa possesses untapped potential to project civic and cultural influence internationally. By aligning municipal strategy, NGOs, universities, and civil society around public diplomacy, the city can […]