BFPG

As King Charles prepares to speak in Congress tomorrow, I explore why we shouldn't expect any great progress from the meeting but why it is nevertheless, critically important the meeting goes ahead as smoothly as possible. bfpg.co.uk/2026/04/a-care…

What can King Charles III actually achieve on his US visit this week, and is the pageantry worth it? BFPG Director @EvieAspinall_ analyses the careful diplomatic dance the UK is performing in a moment of major geopolitical uncertainty. bfpg.co.uk/2026/04/a-care…

Director @EvieAspinall_ spoke to Time Magazine on why the Royal visit is a "unique opportunity to strengthen the bilateral relationship at a moment where it is fracturing.” time.com/article/2026/0…

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

Last Monday we hosted a brilliant event on the Politics of Latin America for the BISA/BFPG UGN at the Uni of Manchester. Our panel explored everything from domestic politics to Latam's evolving relationship with the US. Thanks to all our speakers and everyone who came along!

"When the relationship with the United States is fracturing, it means there's reduced opposition to a closer relationship with the EU" Director @EvieAspinall_ spoke to AFP on how the Iran conflict is accelerating the UK's EU reset, featured in France 24. france24.com/en/live-news/2…

Last week the BFPG was delighted to host the Shadow Foreign Secretary, the Rt Hon Dame Priti Patel, for an in conversation on the UK's foreign policy challenges, from Ukraine and the Middle East to the future of the Transatlantic relationship.

Lord Robertson's warnings about UK defence are compelling. But if the assessment is that we must increase defence spending, the question isn’t just how do we do it militarily, it is how to do it politically. Read our latest analysis from @EvieAspinall_ bfpg.co.uk/2026/04/public…

As President Trump threatens to withdraw from NATO, BFPG Director Evie Aspinall spoke to the I twice last week to explore how Trump's actions may embolden Russia and what should happen with King Charles' state visit to the US. inews.co.uk/news/four-ways… inews.co.uk/news/politics/…

Take a look at what BFPG got up to in March: bfpg.co.uk/2026/04/bfpgs-…

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.