The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) at the US State Department works to establish cultural exchanges between the United States and other countries around the world. Currently leading the bureau is Matthew Lussenhop who serves as the Acting Assistant Secretary.  In this interview, GW third-year student Brian O'Rourke talks to Acting Secretary Lussenhop about the importance of cultural exchange programs in US diplomacy at large and the role of public diplomacy in strengthening relationships between countries. Brian is studying International Affairs and Political Communication.

Matthew Lussenhop, US State Dept: Building Enduring Networks - the ECA

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