Insight articles

30 years on from the start of re-unification, new research on the views of young Germans shows how far the nation has come together.

Shearer West, Vice Chancellor of Nottingham University gives her personal views on what UK universities mean today.

Norwegian Christmas generosity shows how Soft Power can come in many forms.

The British Council together with ifa invited leading cultural relations institutions from all over the world to talk about opportunities for collaboration.

The British Council turns 85 this month. From humble beginnings in 1934, we now have offices in 108 countries, creating opportunities, making connections, and building trust for the UK.

Islands in the stream – the UK’s relations with Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific region explored.

France has reclaimed the crown from the UK to take top spot in the Portland Soft Power 30 2019. We analyse the latest global soft power rankings.

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

Isabelle Younane reports from this year’s Pontignano Conference on the latest evidence of the views of young Italians and how Italy and the UK can cooperate.

Alison Baily looks at the rich and surprising history of the nation’s favourite beverage – and what it reveals about cultural contact and infusion.