Blinken Launches Global Music Diplomacy Initiative, Performs Song Himself

Quincy Jones awarded first Peace Through Music Award from State Department for advancing peace through music.
Initiative aims to boost U.S. public diplomacy efforts using music-based programs and partnerships.
Launch event included performances by various artists and Secretary Blinken playing guitar.
Programs include sending musicians abroad as Arts Envoys and boosting English learning through music.
Initiative follows passage of bipartisan PEACE Through Music Diplomacy Act signed into law by President Biden.