Affairs
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Asia
What Burma needs to worry about in 2016, why Bangkok still rocks and a politician who packs a punch.
Building bridges
Monocle's annual Soft Power Survey puts the spotlight on the nations that use their gentler sides to gain influence. And this year's winner is...
Expo 89: New look
Portraits of leaders are ubiquitous in Turkey, Spain and Morocco. Monocle paints a picture of their popularity and peers beneath the surface to learn the history of their peculiar reign.
Europe
The challenges for France, who to keep an eye out for incoming elections in various parts of the UK and a city on the up in Slovakia.
Open house
Norway uses soft power to tell its story globally, and one example has stood the test of time: its embassy in Stockholm, a masterclass in expressing national strengths through architecture.
How to be liked
Soft power is a precious commodity and needs protecting. But even if your nation and its government seem to lose their way, fear not: you can fix this without them.
High fliers
With a careful eye for detail, Icelandair has helped tourism overtake fishing as Iceland’s key industry and promote the country as different and dynamic.
Expo 89: Soft focus
Portraits of leaders are ubiquitous in Turkey, Spain and Morocco. Monocle paints a picture of their popularity and peers beneath the surface to learn the history of their peculiar reign.
Hot trot
Tango's international appeal is stronger than ever but to excel at Argentina's passionate dance, enthusiasts must be in possession of just one thing – the right pair of shoes.
Where there’s a grill, there’s a way
Armed with homemade smokers and fresh meat, a group of US-style gourmet restaurants is lighting up Mexico City’s food scene with a traditional form of fiery American cuisine.
