Boys in the UK are under-performing when it comes to learning foreign languages. We look at why this matters, and what can be done to improve it.

40 years after Independence, young Zimbabweans are striving to find their place. They face environmental hardships, a struggling economy, and a challenging political system.

After landmark votes, the links between Ireland and Northern Ireland are in the spotlight. Ciarán Devane introduces a timely book on the ties between Britain and Ireland.

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?

Kate Ewart-Biggs, the British Council’s Director, Global Network Team, writes a deeply personal and moving insight into three generations of her family.

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