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New Guest Article: David Allfrey @thetoptattoo introduces the idea of Britain as a 'subtle power' superpower - the influence that works through norms, networks, language and trust, often before anyone notices. bfpg.co.uk/2026/03/a-huge…

To come along to more events and get involved, you can sign up to join the network here: bisa.ac.uk/members/ugn

Yesterday we held the first virtual event for the BISA/BFPG Undergrad Network! The panel on Careers in Foreign Policy featured brilliant insights, offered tips to undergraduates on getting experience, how to develop their skills, and the many routes into the sector.

The UK's approach to the Hormuz crisis was consistent with international law but came with political costs. Our latest analysis from @MMartinsUK looks at how Starmer's decision is reshaping the UK-US relationship and what Trump may ask of London next. bfpg.co.uk/2026/03/playin…

You can sign up for the for the next BISA/BFPG UGN online event "Careers in foreign policy and international affairs" through the link below: bisa.ac.uk/members/workin…

Last night our Director @EvieAspinall_ spoke at the launch event of the BFPG/BISA UGN, a network for undergraduates across the UK with an interest in foreign policy. It was a fascinating discussion at Edinburgh University on Scotland's role in foreign policy.

NEW: BFPG is delighted to have contributed to this ICR Research report for the British Council which tracks how soft power has evolved over the last 5 years across 25 countries. Read the report here - britishcouncil.org/research-insig…

The US attack on Iran has direct consequences for UK domestic policy from energy prices and net zero to defence spending and political polarisation. BFPG Senior Advisor @David_Landsman sets out five key takeaways for the UK. 🔗 bfpg.co.uk/2026/03/how-th…

BFPG Director Evie Aspinall spoke to the AFP about the difficult diplomatic tightrope the Prime Minister must walk over Iran. france24.com/en/live-news/2…

There will be lots of pressure on Starmer at PMQs to make headline-grabbing statements about Trump. He must resist. Starmer was right to limit the UK’s involvement in Iran but shouldn’t unnecessarily provoke Trump with jibes given the poss. economic impact. Head down, carry on.

Following last night's by-election, the Greens and Reform have shown they are serious contenders in British politics and their foreign policy positions will come under increased scrutiny. James Jennion examines their positions on a key area: China bfpg.co.uk/2026/02/foreig…

New BFPG Guest Paper: Britain Backed Greenland's Autonomy - What does that mean for Wales? bfpg.co.uk/2026/02/britai…

BFPG Director @EvieAspinall_ speaks to Bloomberg TV in a wide-ranging interview covering the Munich security conference, negotiations between the US, Russia and Ukraine, US-Iran nuclear talks, and Europe's relationship with China and the United States. youtube.com/watch?v=6NYPwN…

This morning BFPG Director @EvieAspinall_ was on Bloomberg TV discussing the Munich Security Conference and the future of the world order ahead of US-Iran nuclear and US-Russia-Ukraine negotiations today.

As the government was forced by its backbenchers into yet another retreat this week, @jack_pannnell argues this increasingly muscular parliament may begin to push the government in an area where it has historically had little say: Foreign policy. bfpg.co.uk/2026/02/govern…

You can also read BFPG analysis on what the UK should be doing to strengthen ties with China in Politico. politico.eu/article/expert…

As Kier Starmer embarked on the first trip by a UK Prime Minister to China in 8 years, our Director @EvieAspinall_ spent the morning on Sky News discussing the trip and providing analysis on what it means for UK-China relations and the UK more broadly. youtube.com/watch?v=fqZ2i9…

Our Director @EvieAspinall_ spoke to Politico about the Prime Ministers trip to Beijing. She discusses the importance of a public China strategy from UK government to help business and civil society engage with China. politico.eu/article/expert…

On Wednesday, Director @EvieAspinall_ appeared on the Media Show to discuss the value of the BBC World Service as a soft power asset, and a tool for promoting truth, democracy, accountability and human rights. bfpg.co.uk/2026/01/bbc-ne…

Our Director @EvieAspinall_ spoke spoke to Steve Holden on LBC about the Prime Minister’s response to Presdient Donald Trump’s threats of tariffs on the UK and other European allies over Greenland. bfpg.co.uk/2026/01/keir-s…