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Articles tagged with: Global Britain
Britain must face hard truths to become a global force for good once more
Defence
By Dan Jarvis MP
Britain must face hard truths to become a global force for good once more
Despite turbulent times, I believe Britain should still aspire to be a leading power and a global force for good. Not out of some unchecked idealism, but because building a better and fairer world is vital to our own best interests. But doing that requires change: better political leadership, a reinvigorated approach, and a new spirit of internationalism.
The success of Global Britain will require tough choices in this era of upheaval
Foreign affairs
By John Kampfner
The success of Global Britain will require tough choices in this era of upheaval
When a country is discomfited within, and unsure of its place without, it resorts to rhetoric. Just when the IMF confirmed its forecast that the United Kingdom would have the lowest growth of any developed country, including Russia, Rishi Sunak declared Britain to be a “foreign-policy superpower”.
Global Britain is in retreat – we must assert our soft power and invest in our armed forces
Defence
By Dan Jarvis MP
Global Britain is in retreat – we must assert our soft power and invest in our armed forces
The United Kingdom is interdependent, interwoven, and inextricably linked to the rest of the world in our challenges, opportunities and responsibilities. This is a principle leaders of our great nation should understand and live-by. The notion that we can be masters of our own destiny by ignoring these truths is pure fantasy.
Central Asia can play an integral part in reversing the decline of Global Britain
Foreign affairs
By Sir Richard Ottaway
Central Asia can play an integral part in reversing the decline of Global Britain
Last month, the Biden administration’s national security strategy reaffirmed that, despite the upheaval in Europe over this past year, Asia is the United States’ most important foreign policy priority. Their read on the future of geopolitics is telling.
Cities unlimited: climate finance for a just and green transition Partner content
Environment
By WSP
Cities unlimited: climate finance for a just and green transition

Cities require the most investment and face the biggest risks in the climate emergency. But how can we make sure that they are at the centre of the growing conversation around finance for climate action? The House Live sat down ahead of COP27 with a panel of experts from C40 Cities and WSP to hear what a major new report tells us about unlocking the finance potential of cities to play a greater role in meeting the climate change challenge.
Maximising our soft power is vital to tackle global challenges
Foreign affairs
By Ryan Henson
Maximising our soft power is vital to tackle global challenges
I’m an optimist. Optimistic for the prospect of a better country, a better world, and an increasingly important role which the United Kingdom can play within it – now, in 2030 and in 2050.
How Jersey Adds Value to the Global Economy Partner content
Communities
By Jersey Finance
How Jersey Adds Value to the Global Economy
Jersey is a small place making a big impact.
Savage cuts to the BBC World Service make a mockery of Global Britain
Culture
By Lord Alton
Savage cuts to the BBC World Service make a mockery of Global Britain
Throughout the autumn of 2022 the BBC will be celebrating its 100 year anniversary.
Global Britain has a vital role to play in helping cure neglected diseases
Health
By Dr Bernard Pécoul and Lord Trees
Global Britain has a vital role to play in helping cure neglected diseases
A silent medical revolution has been going on over the past decade. Innovative initiatives to bring the best science to the most vulnerable communities have resulted in breakthrough cures and preventative drugs for some of the world’s most neglected diseases.
In the face of disease outbreaks across the world, Global Britain must act now to protect children’s futures
Health
By Theo Clarke MP
In the face of disease outbreaks across the world, Global Britain must act now to protect children’s futures
The past year has shown us the power of immunisation. It gave us back our lives. Immunisation has rightly been high on the global agenda and I’m proud that the UK government has led the way.
Global Britain can play a leading role in atrocity prevention
Foreign affairs
By Sarah Champion MP
Global Britain can play a leading role in atrocity prevention
I was in my early twenties when a shocking picture of emaciated Bosnian men being held prisoner behind barbed wire was published in the press.
Global Britain has a responsibility to act as conflict and climate change push displacement to a record high
Foreign affairs
By Lord Alton
Global Britain has a responsibility to act as conflict and climate change push displacement to a record high
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees’ estimates that 82.4 million people are displaced worldwide, 42 per cent of whom are children - and 32 per cent of whom are refugees. We need an urgent international response to address the root causes.
Britain started 2020 as a development superpower but will end 2021 having failed to deliver on the global stage
Economy
By Andrew Mitchell MP
Britain started 2020 as a development superpower but will end 2021 having failed to deliver on the global stage
The Chancellor is a man of his word and has now given a clear commitment that Britain will return to 0.7 per cent GNI for aid spending by 2024. This commitment is welcome and is far clearer than what he proposed in July, when 26 of my Conservative colleagues joined me in voting against his motion in the House of Commons.
The UK must show it remains a world-leading place to invest
Economy
By Andy Burwell
The UK must show it remains a world-leading place to invest
This week the UK will host investors from around the world at the Global Investment Summit. This is not only an opportunity to showcase British investment opportunities, innovation and expertise but it is also an important moment to remind decision makers why the UK has always been a top place to invest and grow.
What now for Global Britain after Afghanistan crisis?
Foreign affairs
By Laura Hutchinson, Head of UK Political Intelligence
What now for Global Britain after Afghanistan crisis?
The government’s 'Integrated Review of foreign policy' foretold 2021 would be a year of British leadership, stating that with the UK chairing the G7 and COP26 it would demonstrate their global commitment and “interoperability with allies”.
What Does The Chaotic Withdrawal From Afghanistan Mean For ‘Global Britain’?
Defence
What Does The Chaotic Withdrawal From Afghanistan Mean For ‘Global Britain’?
“You make shit decisions, people will die”. That’s the blunt assessment of Johnny Mercer, army veteran and former veterans minister, after a week of recriminations in government over the fallout from the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan.
It would be a dereliction of duty not to ask what went wrong in Afghanistan
Defence
By Tobias Ellwood MP
It would be a dereliction of duty not to ask what went wrong in Afghanistan
Winning in Afghanistan was always going to be difficult but avoidable errors made it impossible. We should have the political courage to now hold an inquiry.
Partner content
Education
By Policy@Manchester
Global Britain: an ambitious template for international trade agreements in an uncertain era
Following Brexit, the UK has reclaimed its competence in trade and investment policy and its role as the sole negotiator of trade and investment agreements.
Britain is hosting the G7, but it is certainly not leading it
Foreign affairs
By Lisa Nandy MP
Britain is hosting the G7, but it is certainly not leading it
After years of trashing alliances and breaking promises, this must be the moment to change course and reset our relationships with the United States and EU.
Government must keep it’s word and reverse devastating foreign aid cuts
Foreign affairs
By Andrew Mitchell MP
Government must keep it’s word and reverse devastating foreign aid cuts
During a global pandemic, will we be thanked for pulling the rug from under the poorest countries of the world?
Alcohol reform could herald spirited future for Global Britain
Economy
By Douglas Ross MP
Alcohol reform could herald spirited future for Global Britain
Alcohol reform should focus on the tax burden on UK spirits and the competitive disadvantage the industry faces in the budget next week.
Halting UK arms exports linked to the conflict in Yemen would give real purpose to Global Britain
Foreign affairs
By Tobias Ellwood MP
Halting UK arms exports linked to the conflict in Yemen would give real purpose to Global Britain
Britain has become too risk averse, distracted by years of Brexit and reacting to international events rather than shaping them. But calling for global ceasefires to allow for Covid vaccinations is just the sort of leadership we traditionally excel at.
Without being credibly costed, the Integrated Review risks reducing Britain’s foreign policy to ‘virtue signalling and symbolism’
Defence
By Kevan Jones MP
Without being credibly costed, the Integrated Review risks reducing Britain’s foreign policy to ‘virtue signalling and symbolism’
I fear the absence of a credible Defence and Equipment Plan could risk the Integrated Review immediately unravelling.
It would be an abject failure of statecraft to leave the EU with no deal
Brexit
By Tobias Ellwood MP
It would be an abject failure of statecraft to leave the EU with no deal
Britain's soft power has already been bruised by this government’s willingness to flout international law. We cannot afford to alienate relationships further by entertaining a no deal Brexit. If more time is required, then so be it