BRITAIN’S TRADITIONS OF SOFT POWER CAN OFFER POWERFUL EXAMPLE TO ARAB WORLD
February 1st, 2021
In 2021, when the UK has thrown away its most precious diplomatic asset, its membership of the European Union, for dubious democratic gains, burning major European civil rights enjoyed by Britons and causing likely economic long-term damage, it is maybe time to recall when Britain followed more enlightened international policies.
Because whatever feelings global citizens have about the UK, it is noteworthy that this small island, off the north-west of Europe, can stir emotion in the hearts of billions of people worldwide.
But in truth, that is the case.
And of ...
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