Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion on the dynamics of Hard Power vs. Soft Power, featuring an esteemed panel of experts from diplomacy, military, and academia. This event will explore how nations exert influence through cultural diplomacy, economic leverage, and military strength in an evolving geopolitical landscape.

Our distinguished speakers include:

🔹 Sushil Saluja – Board Member of the British Council, discussing the organization's role in advancing soft power.

🔹 Charles Hay MVO – Current FCDO Director for Asia Pacific, former High Commissioner to Malaysia and Ambassador to South Korea, offering a diplomatic perspective.

🔹 Lieutenant General (Retd.) David Leakey – Former senior military officer and Black Rod in Parliament, providing insights into hard power and military strategy.

🔹 Professor Kerry Brown – Professor of Chinese Studies and Director of the Lau Institute at King’s College London, analyzing China's use of soft power in culture, education, and diplomacy.

🔹 HE Linda Scott – High Commissioner of Namibia, sharing expertise in African diplomacy and multilateral relations.

🔹 Manas Chawla – CEO & Founder of Politica London, currently pursuing a PhD at LSE, offering analysis on global geopolitics and the implications of a second Trump presidency.