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Feathering the nest

We meet the farmer nurturing Iceland’s very soft-power darling – its eider ducks – by modernising the industry and boosting profits.

  • Issue #153
  • 8 min read
Mother eider duck sitting protectively on her nest with eggs visible beneath her in grassy terrain
Economics

Public accounts

Since 1990 the Norwegian sovereign wealth fund has worked to translate oil revenues into long-term national prosperity. But what will be its role in a greener future?

  • Issue #153
  • 6 min read
Carine Smith Ihenacho stands outside the Norges Bank building in Oslo
Affairs

Belgium: state of the nation

With its liberal and energetic approach to diplomacy, and a growing influence in art and sport, Belgium has plenty to offer on the world stage.

  • State of the nation
  • 2 min watch
Belgium: state of the nation
Diplomacy

The art of mediation

Turkey's resort town of Antalya hosts global diplomats as the country emerges as an unexpected mediator in the Ukraine conflict, signalling its return to prominence.

  • Issue #153
  • 11 min read
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu speaking with hand gestures at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum
Defence

On the cold front

In northern Norway, Nato is conducting one of the largest military drills in its history – its first since Russia invaded Ukraine. As 30,000 troops rehearse for war, what lies ahead for the alliance?

  • Issue #153
  • 16 min read
Norwegian conscripts in white winter camouflage uniforms training in snow during Cold Response NATO exercise.
Urbanism

Urbanism

The Dutch Cycling Embassy’s soft power and preserving historic street tiles in Houston.

  • Issue #153
  • 8 min read
Modern bridge with pedestrian walkway and dedicated bicycle lane separated by railings in Dutch urban setting

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