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The art of diplomacy
In his three decades of foreign service, the US ambassador to the UAE has learned that art can play a powerful part in diplomacy, communicating in a way that transcends culture and language.
Tender is the might
Most nations now want a “soft power” strategy as a way of winning the world over without military might. Monocle indexes the top 30 soft power nations and how they achieve their status.
New creations
The best new books, music, art and films to keep you thoughtful and delighted in the coming months.
Over the horizon
Monocle’s editors, writers and correspondents look ahead to 2012 and beyond.
Observation
Our editor in chief Tyler Brûlé takes stock of a busy year, the launch of Monocle 24, and the months ahead. In between, there’s glühwein and stollen to be savoured.
High frequency
As our new audio venture, Monocle 24, moved into high gear, we captured a day in the life of its launch week. Broadcasting around the clock, it offers discussion, news and specialist programmes.
Dream export
The burgeoning soft power of Turkey is rooted in its flourishing drama production industry, capturing hearts and minds from Pakistan to South America. Just don’t call them soap operas...
XXI marks the spot
With no advertising, no marketing and limited online presence, the success of ‘XXI’ magazine has proven that readers do not need much persuasion to pay for beautifully presented, long-form journalism.
Creative futures
We’ve asked five artists, musicians and writers to tell us what they’ll be up to in the coming year and what will keep their creative juices flowing.
THE MONOCLE BRIEFINGS: London Galleries
From cutting edge upstarts to blue-chip stalwarts, London's art galleries are ever innovating with new spaces and new ideas. Monocle visits four that each in their own way show the art scene to be…
