A viw of the Forbidden City in China
November 2025

Influence and attraction in a multipolar world

As global tensions rise, trust in emerging powers is growing. This article explores what that means for the UK and why soft power and cooperation matter more than ever.

  • Soft power
  • Trust and dialogue
  • Youth voices
  • Insight article
A young person on the street.
November 2025

The impact of international study on perceptions

As more countries invest in global education, how can the UK maintain its advantage? This article examines what the latest Global Perceptions 2025 data means for the UK’s future influence.

  • Education
  • Higher education
  • Transnational education (TNE)
  • Soft power
  • United Kingdom
  • Insight article
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November 2025

Human-Nature: Relations, Resilience, Reciprocity

Research on creative collaboration with communities in Malaysia through ethical, inclusive, and sustainable approaches to climate action.

  • Arts and culture
  • Cultural heritage
  • Climate change
  • Decolonisation and anti-racism
  • Sustainable Development Goals
  • South Asia and Asia Pacific
  • Research report
An artist paints a large rectangular canvas outdoors in nature
October 2025

Regional perception poll on the ASEAN creative economy

This new report explores the evolving landscape and strategic needs of the cultural and creative sectors within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

  • Arts and culture
  • Creative economy
  • Cultural relations
  • Economy and prosperity
  • Trust and dialogue
  • South Asia and Asia Pacific
  • Research report

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