Opinion – The Concept of Soft Power and AI
AI’s understanding of soft power shows insightful and concerning developments at once.
Is South Korea the New Quintessential Representation of Soft Power?
South Korea’s extraordinary ascent is unlikely to be a temporary phenomenon, but the political direction of its soft power is yet to be determined.
The State of Japan’s Soft Power After the 2020 Olympics
In a difficult period in which borders are being shut and dialogue and negotiations are less and less present, Japan’s foreign policy should be aimed at connecting.
Contextualizing Soft Power’s Analysis: The Value of Attractive National Features
The international actors that manage to cope with today’s uncertain times are the ones that might see the strongest reputational upturn.
The State of China’s Soft Power in 2020
China’s culture still has limited appeal, but as long as it is supported by economic assets and growth, its soft power is bound to attract.
China and Japan’s Connectivity Strategies in Southeast Asia: Thailand’s Case
If Thailand manages to advance a mutually agreed vision for regional connectivity, it can potentially benefit both from competition and collaboration.
China’s Belt and Road Initiative: Debt Trap or Soft Power Catalyst?
A reassessment of how China wants to present itself to the world should come sooner than later, as it takes a long time to build a trustworthy reputation.
The ‘Exceptional’ Chinese Soft Power: Outlier or Pioneer?
Soft power is a term coined by Joseph Nye in the late 1980s. Soft or not, Chinese strategies are all-pervading although not necessarily sustainable in the current state.
Pushing the Boundaries of Soft Power: The Controversial Chinese Case
When dealing with such a prominent and complex power as China, discussing and generalizing about its conduct may raise more questions than it answers.
The Case for an ASEAN Erasmus Programme
Further initiatives and programmes ought to be instilled to encourage ASEAN students to pursue their education within ASEAN states.
