Trust and dialogue

Discover how free, frank democratic debates around the globe have continued through COVID-19 through the BBC World Service partnership with the British Council, BBC World Questions.

Director Germany, Paul Smith shares his insights of the country and explores how the past informs the views and hopes of the next generations.

The UK has a new government with a new mission: to promote a truly Global Britain. Soft power must play a vital role. But what are the most effective components of soft power?

The sources of soft power presents a comparison of the soft power of China, Germany, India, Japan, Russia, UK and the USA.

People everywhere say they want diversity. But this may mean different things. International engagement requires understanding of this area and practicing what we preach.

Many believe trust is declining in a 'post-truth' world. But is this really true? And is it a good thing? Insight looks at the evidence.

Knowledge Diplomacy’ is increasingly appearing in debates about the role of education internationally. We look at why.

The UK’s soft power pre-eminence is vital for its post-Brexit future, but increasingly being challenged. Insight looks at the latest evidence.

Why Harry Potter is a leading emissary of British attractiveness and values, and his little-known link with the British Council.

A new report calls for closer alignment of the UK’s aid spending with its foreign policy goals.