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Safe haven
The modernist Swiss embassy in Canberra is a paean to the possibilities that concrete offered its gifted architects.
Cities Briefing
A Nairobi park’s transformation, Berlin honours its history and Compton’s living-wage experiment.
Neutral beauty
Many countries aim to be like Switzerland, with its stability, affluence and exceptional services. But what does that really mean? For starters, it’s far more than ‘chocolate diplomacy’.
Defence
Russia takes an interest in CAR, Denmark’s mission to Greenland and Romania buys missiles.
Diplomacy
Brazil’s Lebanon connection, plus representatives for China and Taiwan clash over cake in Fiji.
Politics
Canadian Greens elect a black party leader, populism in Portugal and the race to succeed Angela Merkel.
New horizon
In Sweden’s far north a revolution is under way that could transform how Europe lights its cities and powers its industries. We take a trip to Norrbotten, where the future is looking green.
Under the influence
Isolationism has taken the shine off the perception of the US. But its foreign policy remains tightly interwoven with much of the world. As a new president takes office, what do its allies want?
Swiss flair
When it comes to money and diplomacy, Switzerland is an influential global player. But do other aspects of the national brand suit a broader international role?
10 countries using their influence for good in 2020
Our annual survey judges which nations’ soft-power strengths make the grade.
