Soft Power
Total 6 Posts
The Queen’s gambit — New evidence shows how Her Majesty wields influence on legislation.
7 min read
New documents expose a chink in the Queen’s armour of secrecy. She plays a far more politically active role than is publicly known. The Queen’s magic is keeping the real action out of public view, while maintaining the appearance of doing nothing.
Foreign aid – By investing into helping others we benefit ourselves.
2 min read
If the UK wants to be a strong global power, it takes more than a military. It requires soft power.
As the world watches the US election, the appeal of America is diminished.
7 min read
The fantasy of America as a liberal and redemptive global power is fast unravelling.
George Floyd protests show how the US has retreated from its position as a world leader.
5 min read
To be a world leader after 1945, the US had to be seen to be anti-racist. Now it no longer cares who is watching.
Messina 1908 – Bergamo 2020: Operation “From Russia with Love”.
4 min read
What is behind Russia’s sending of coronavirus aid to Italy and the West? Influence or solidarity?
Killing of ISIS leader is not enough to end terrorism.
4 min read
If we really want to end terrorism, it is time for an approach that works.