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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Shifting from 'world's factory' to brand powerhouse

For much of its industrial history, China has been the world's manufacturing center, producing goods at scale for international brands, although it is yet to have many internationally renowned brands of its own. In 2008, only 13 Chinese brands were in the Brand Finance Global 500, worth a combined brand value of $62 billion. This is evident from the increasing …

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1 month, 1 week ago

From Kendrick Lamar to King Stingray, the best new albums you need to hear

ABC

Album releases typically dry up towards the end of the year, but that doesn't mean the quality should. Kendrick Lamar — GNX Kendrick Lamar's GNX features credits for Taylor Swift producer Jack Antonoff, long-time collaborators Sounwave, Terrace Martin, Kamasi Washington, Dahi and more. "Ni***s layin' on they death bed tryna match me," he declares on 'Hey Now', one of several …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Global Divide: Opinion on the US Presidential Election

Live Mint

The Economist's poll reveals a close race in the upcoming US presidential election, with widespread support for a Democratic Party victory. However, a significant portion of Americans remain loyal to Donald Trump, with strong backing for him among young voters and in countries like Brazil, Mexico, and South Africa.

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Leading Minds Explore Global Relevance of Indian Thought at IIM-K's London Conclave

The Hindu

Leading minds from India and the UK explored the global relevance of Indian thought at the IIM-K's London conclave. The event featured discussions on India's soft power outreach, with speakers highlighting ancient wisdom and its relevance in today's globalized world. The conclave also discussed monetary policy and its challenges, with experts discussing the transition from inflation targeting to inflation targeting …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Black Myth: Wukong’ Shows China’s Cultural Soft Power Is No Myth

The Diplomat

The hottest video game in the world right now is called “Black Myth: Wukong.” Set in the world of the Chinese classic novel “Journey to the West,” players take control of a monkey warrior – the Destined One – on a quest to fulfill an ancient prophecy by exploring fantastical lands, finding lost relics, and fighting demons and monsters. What …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

'City of Film' set to drive Thai soft power strategy

China Daily

A tourist visits the Sanctuary of Truth museum in Pattaya, Chonburi province, Thailand, June 6, 2024. In a significant move to bolster Thailand's creative economy, authorities are focusing on developing coastal city Pattaya into a film industry hub as part of the country's soft power strategy. "Pattaya is not only well known as a tourism city, but also holds strong …

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6 months, 1 week ago

Soft power option to win and keep friends

Hindustan Times

All rising powers face contestation and containment. The United States facilitated China’s entry into the World Trade Organization as US consumers benefitted from lower prices, US companies got cheaper supply chains, bigger profits, and ultimately a large market to sell into. Can it use its soft power to extend the honeymoon phase to 15 years rather than China’s 10? India’s …

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6 months, 2 weeks ago

Here’s why the Olympics have a French connection (and it ain’t just Paris 2024)

Associated Press

PARIS — Ever wondered why French is spoken during medal announcements at the Olympic Games? The French influenced the connection between arts and the Olympics Coubertin also believed in the combination of “muscles and mind,” seeing the blending of sports and art as a cornerstone of the Olympic ethos. For Paris 2024, Coubertin’s legacy is being evoked in arts competitions …

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6 months, 2 weeks ago

Here’s why the Olympics have a French connection (and it ain’t just Paris 2024)

The Independent

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The French influenced the connection between arts and the …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Are We Bugs? The Geopolitics of Netflix’s ‘3 Body Problem’

The Diplomat

When and if humanity makes first contact with an extraterrestrial civilization, does it matter which country makes the initial overtures? These are the central international political questions, among many others, that Netflix’s new hit series “3 Body Problem” tackles. While the Trisolarans fear our rapid jumps in technology, they also want to make humanity fear the Universe since human hubris …

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7 months, 4 weeks ago

Enhancing India’s soft power through the prism of Buddhism

Hindustan Times

India's cultural diplomacy is taking centre-stage, with Buddhism emerging as a key tool in shaping global perceptions and enhancing the country's soft power. The presence of the Dalai Lama and Tibetan refugees in India underscores India’s association with Tibetan Buddhism, which contrasts with China’s efforts to assert control over Tibetan religious and cultural heritage. By leveraging its connection to Buddhism, …

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

The Self-Defeating Nature of Thailand’s ‘Soft Power’ Push

The Diplomat

Thailand’s new government cannot get enough of “soft power.” It has become such a buzzword in the Kingdom that a Chiang Mai man on X gasped at the extent of its use, mockingly noting, “My daughter won a Thai dancing competition in and her school called it a soft power competition.” It’s easy to see the appeal of the idea, …

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1 year ago

‘Wed in India’ makes sense, and it isn’t about soft power

Live Mint

The penchant for destination weddings among affluent Indians prompts a slight reinterpretation of Khalid Hosseini’s line in his book A Thousand Splendid Suns: “I will follow you to the ends of the world." Some question the need to do so, since weddings abroad could potentially bring intangible benefits to India in the form of ‘soft power,’ which might be difficult …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Explained: Qatar’s big role in extending ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas

Firstpost

The first public visit by Qatari officials to Israel, on Saturday, marked an extraordinary moment for the two countries, which have no official diplomatic relations. Negotiators aboard set to work, seeking to save the cease-fire deal between Israel and Gaza’s Hamas rulers before it fell apart and scuttled weeks of high-stakes diplomatic wrangling. Those efforts apparently paid off, as Qatar’s …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Outrage at Israel’s US, European allies grows after Gaza hospital blast

Al Jazeera

Widespread protests across the Arab world may signal growing disillusionment with the US and other Israeli allies. “It’s disappointing for those of us who care about things such as liberal democracy and human rights to see those causes undermined like this,” Nafti continued, pointing out how Europe and the US’s actions in Israel had made it almost impossible to argue …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Eats, sleeps and leaves: Why pandas are bidding bye-bye to US zoos

Firstpost

China has for decades ‘gifted’ the creatures – in a scheme labelled ‘Panda Diplomacy’ – to serve as goodwill ambassadors and soften its image. Alan Chong, a soft power expert and senior fellow at RSIS said the animals “serve as an index as well as a vehicle for promoting good relations between China and the recipient country.” A piece in …

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1 year, 5 months ago

How the Japanese overcame the US' soft power and preserved their cultural liberty

Hindustan Times

The devastation suffered by Japan on August 6, 1945, after the dropping of atomic bombs on Hiroshima and three days later in Nagasaki was interpreted as a complete collapse of that country politically, economically and culturally. I was completely astonished to realise that America found it easy to exercise ‘hard power’ over Japan by dropping two atomic bombs, leading to …

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1 year, 7 months ago

Analysis: Saudi Arabia’s diplomatic energy, soft power in Sudan

Al Jazeera

UN officials say the talks in Jeddah will continue and hopefully lead to a ceasefire in the near future. “Just because it’s an important test for Saudi Arabia doesn’t mean it’s going to be an easy one,” Hussein Ibish, a senior resident scholar at the Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington, told Al Jazeera. “Right now, given that no foreign …

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1 year, 8 months ago

Buddhism, India’s soft power projection tool

The Hindu

There is much significance to India having hosted a two-day global Buddhist summit in New Delhi, which was organised by the Ministry of Culture in collaboration with the International Buddhist Confederation. The summit was a significant opportunity for India to project and connect with the Buddhist population around the world, thereby strengthening the country’s soft power. India’s efforts so far …

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1 year, 9 months ago

Sovereignty of religions: If India wants to maximise its global influence, then it must correct historical wrongs

Firstpost

As India assumes the presidency of the G20, it gets a unique opportunity to navigate the transitioning world order towards a free, fair and just order. India, while promoting this theme has subtly indicated that it is a storehouse of soft power in the form of ancient scriptures, traditions and cultures brimming with wisdom capable of addressing all impending global …

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1 year, 11 months ago

Cultural Enterprises Indispensable for India’s Soft Power Rise - News18

News 18

A much-needed conversation on India’s soft power strategy sprouted up last month, when the Parliamentary Committee on External Affairs released an extensive report titled India’s Soft Power and Cultural Diplomacy: Prospects and Limitations. Cultural Brands Enhance Soft Power Cultural brands act as soft power ambassadors and offer more tangible and long-lasting avenues to engage with a country’s culture. In the …

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1 year, 11 months ago

Anurag Thakur slams boycott culture against films, says thwarts India's influence as soft power

India Today

Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur on Friday condemned the 'boycott culture' targeting films and said such incidents vitiated the atmosphere of the country at a time when India was keen on enhancing its soft power. "At a time when India is keen to enhance its influence as a soft power, at a time when Indian films are making …

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1 year, 11 months ago

Leaving a Stamp (With Gandhi) on Global India’s Image

The Diplomat

Mahatma Gandhi’s image is ubiquitous in India. Gandhi’s image is probably very often associated with India outside the country as well, and, I could risk declaring, the story of this particular person’s life and views are a part of India’s soft power to this day. Here, however, I will focus on the case of Gandhi’s image on stamps as a …

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2 years ago

G-20 Presidency and the Need for India to Display its Real Soft Power - News18

News 18

As India assumes the presidency of the G-20, are we focusing enough on the one ingredient that is usually the most overlooked in our national armoury of putting our best put forward on the international stage: Soft Power. There is much, therefore, that India can, through its soft power, project to the world, especially when we are hosting the meeting …

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Shifting from 'world's factory' to brand powerhouse

From Kendrick Lamar to King Stingray, the best new albums you need to hear

Global Divide: Opinion on the US Presidential Election

Leading Minds Explore Global Relevance of Indian Thought at IIM-K's London Conclave

‘Black Myth: Wukong’ Shows China’s Cultural Soft Power Is No Myth

'City of Film' set to drive Thai soft power strategy

Soft power option to win and keep friends

Here’s why the Olympics have a French connection (and it ain’t just Paris 2024)

Here’s why the Olympics have a French connection (and it ain’t just Paris 2024)

Are We Bugs? The Geopolitics of Netflix’s ‘3 Body Problem’

Enhancing India’s soft power through the prism of Buddhism

The Self-Defeating Nature of Thailand’s ‘Soft Power’ Push

‘Wed in India’ makes sense, and it isn’t about soft power

Explained: Qatar’s big role in extending ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas

Outrage at Israel’s US, European allies grows after Gaza hospital blast

Eats, sleeps and leaves: Why pandas are bidding bye-bye to US zoos

How the Japanese overcame the US' soft power and preserved their cultural liberty

Analysis: Saudi Arabia’s diplomatic energy, soft power in Sudan

Buddhism, India’s soft power projection tool

Sovereignty of religions: If India wants to maximise its global influence, then it must correct historical wrongs

Cultural Enterprises Indispensable for India’s Soft Power Rise - News18

Anurag Thakur slams boycott culture against films, says thwarts India's influence as soft power

Leaving a Stamp (With Gandhi) on Global India’s Image

G-20 Presidency and the Need for India to Display its Real Soft Power - News18