David Lammy, the UK's foreign secretary, emphasized that soft power is essential for the UK's global impact and reputation, highlighting the respect generated by British music, sport, and education.
An anonymous art world insider expressed skepticism about the Soft Power Council's focus, questioning the strategic aims of soft power and raising concerns about the lack of diversity within the council's membership.
The newly formed Soft Power Council aims to create a forward strategy for promoting the UK abroad, leveraging its strengths in various cultural sectors and enhancing global perceptions.
The Foreign Affairs Committee's inquiry will analyze the UK's soft power capabilities, particularly in relation to countering the influence of major global powers like China and Russia.
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