A world of experience
A new British Council report shows how international experience develops skills which benefit individuals, employers, and the UK economy.
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Immunising the mind – education and extremism
Far from uneducated, many extremists are graduates, often of subjects like engineering. A new paper argues that education systems should encourage critical thinking to prevent radicalisation
Lessons from Ukraine
Ukraine looks towards a European future but first the country must transform its education system and support its universities in exile. The UK can do much more to help.
Churchill, culture and soft power
50 years after his death, a report examines the lessons that tomorrow's world leaders can learn from a statesman who understood the power of persuasion.
India and the UK: A 2050 vision
A new report suggests great opportunities for India and the UK from forging a closer partnership, starting with culture and education. But evidence suggests the UK will have to up its game.
Playing the game: the soft power of sport
Following the summer’s Ashes triumph and with the UK hosting the Rugby World Cup, we look at how sport can help further the UK’s international influence.