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Diplomatic Relations: UK Soft Power Council

Asked by Andrew RosindellReform UKForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 27 January 2025UIN 24821

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what role his Department's diplomatic missions will have in the delivery of the Government's Soft Power Council.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

The Foreign Secretary and the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport launched the Soft Power Council on 15 January. The Council brings together some of the most influential figures across soft power and foreign policy to steer and advise Government. The UK diplomatic network will be central to delivering our refreshed strategic approach to soft power, whether by encouraging people in other countries to visit, study and trade with the UK; or by harnessing our world class sectors to build alliances and enhance our global influence, in the service of our growth and security objectives.

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