What is another word for public affairs?
Pronunciation: [pˈʌblɪk ɐfˈe͡əz] (IPA) 
Public affairs refer to the various aspects of governance and administration that concern the public and society at large. Several synonymous terms can be used to describe public affairs such as civic affairs, political affairs, and government relations. Civic affairs underscore the relationship between the government and the public's welfare, whereas political affairs focus on the decision-making process of government officials. Government relations refer to the management of interactions between government and external stakeholders such as businesses and interest groups. Furthermore, public diplomacy emphasizes the strategic outreach to foreign audiences and the shaping of foreign policy. These synonymous terms have a common thread of being significant in shaping the relationship between the government and society.
