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Front cover image of Generation Rising report

Generation rising: The global priorities of tomorrow’s leaders

Applicants for the Future Leaders Connect programme reveal their top global priorities and changing attitudes to leadership.

Soft power today: Measuring the effects

New research has found that promoting a nation’s culture and political ideals on the global stage brings significant economic and strategic advantages.

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The UK’s next generation

Over two thirds of young British adults believe a global outlook is essential, yet many have no foreign languages or international experience.

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Everything that isn’t forbidden is allowed

Martin Rose gives a personal take on the importance of our national tradition of independent organisations, associations, and clubs to the UK’s culture and international influence.

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The rise of populism

Insight talks to RUSI Director-General Karin von Hippel about populism, its causes, and its implications for the world order.

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The quiet voice of cultural collaboration is the future of European friendships

British Council Chief Executive Sir Ciarán Devane introduces the findings of the British Council’s EU-UK Culture and Education Series.

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Global cultural challenges and custodians of place: Findings from the Edinburgh international culture summit

The report from the Edinburgh International Culture Summit explores the vital issues facing today’s cultural sector and policymakers. We examine the arguments.

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Harnessing the soft power of British institutions

A new ResPublica report argues that the UK should better harness the soft power of its institutions if is to increase its influence and continue to be a force for good in the world.

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Leadership in the 21st century – how global is your perspective?

As we confront growing challenges, effective leadership will matter more than ever. But what constitutes good leadership? New research points to the skills the next generation will need.

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UK foreign policy in the age of the crowd

Lord Howell talks to Insight about the UK’s soft power and future role in the world.

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