The UK House of Lords has published a report on its inquiry Soft Power and the UK’s Influence. A primary focus on public diplomacy, including the activities of science, education, museums and others in the context of diplomacy. Makes a substantial list of recommendations to the UK government.
Interesting AAAS blog post on Tacit Diplomacy in Life Sciences: A Foundation for Science Diplomacy from David Benson and Roger Kjelgren. Refers to values and ways of working in science that support international collaboration and consensus.
The British Council has published a report from the think-tank DEMOS on culture and soft power - Influence and Attraction. It looks at the role of culture in the relationships between countries, including in diplomacy, examines trends and looks at options for development. Missed opportunity in glossing over scientific culture in the mix, but interesting nevertheless.
The British Council has published a report Culture means Business with supporting evidence. Discusses the value of cultural and public links internationally and the relationship with business, summarised as:.../
