Explore short, accessible pieces of analysis, research and commentary, on topical issues related to foreign policy and our changing world.
We have a new Prime Minister – and the world said….?
David Landsman explores the impact of new prime ministers on international perceptions around the world.
Levelling Up for Young People
Evie Aspinall explores what Levelling Up could look like under the next Prime Minister and how it could benefit young people.
Tory Leadership Campaign: Foreign Policy Pledges and Instincts
The BFPG summarises the key foreign policy pledges and instincts being made by the final two contenders in the leadership race to become the next UK Prime Minister.
The Case for an Ambitious British Role in Ukraine’s Reconstruction
The BFPG’s Director, Sophia Gaston, on why the UK should assume an ambitious role in the reconstruction of Ukraine.
The Foreign Secretary’s Evidence on the Work of the FCDO
The Foreign Secretary appears before the Foreign Affairs Select Committee to give evidence on the work of Global Britain.
Making Sense of the UK’s New International Development Strategy
The BFPG’s Director, Sophia Gaston, makes sense of the long-awaited HMG International Development Strategy.
Making Sense of China’s Interests in the War in Ukraine
The BFPG is recruiting for a Researcher to join our growing team.
Making Sense of the Russian Threat to Ukraine
Sophia Gaston explains the latest on the crisis at the Ukrainian border, as Russia amasses troops with the threat of invasion.
The waning efficacy of China’s vaccines presents a ‘smart power’ opportunity for the West
Research and Events Intern, Sam Brown analyses vaccine diplomacy, the impact of the COVAX scheme and the efficacy of the Sinovac vaccine.
The BFPG’s 2022 Foreign Policy Calendar
The BFPG has compiled a list of forthcoming milestones, key dates and anniversaries which are likely to shape the tone, emphasis, and trajectory of global power dynamics in 2022.
The Summit for Democracy – Where Next on the ‘Year of Action’?
Research and Events Coordinator Eleni Koumoundouros discusses the geopolitical tensions and the outcomes from the Summit for Democracy.
The Future of Germany’s Energy Security
Senior Researcher Evie Aspinall discusses Germany’s green transition, ongoing debates over Nord Stream 2 and what to expect from Germany’s new coalition government on the nation’s energy security.
The Rationale and Impact of Diplomatic Boycotts of the 2022 Beijing Olympics
The BFPG’s Director discusses the rationale and impact of the UK and its allies announcing diplomatic boycotts of the 2022 Beijing Olympic Games.
All Change: Britain’s New Shadow Foreign Secretary
The BFPG’s Director assesses the logic behind the appointment of a new Shadow Foreign Secretary and what this may mean about how the Global Britain project is being politically contested.
COP26: Key Commitments and Ongoing Points of Conflict
Our Evie Aspinall assesses the key achievements and ongoing points of tension raised at COP26 and what it means for the future of climate action.
Taking Stock of the World Leaders Summit at COP26
Our Evie Aspinall summarises the key takeaways from the World Leaders Summit at COP26, which saw new multilateral pledges, increased national commitments, and some notable absences.
What the Budget and Spending Review means for the ‘Global Britain’ project
Catch up on the key spending announcements for the Global Britain agenda made in the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget given on 27 October 2021, including a new Global Britain Investment Fund, more high skilled visas and the first precise commitment towards restoring the 0.7% of GNI development commitment.
What does success at COP26 look like?
The BFPG’s Director gives a primer on what the UK can hope to achieve from the COP26 Summit in Glasgow.
Westminster Should Care about the German Elections
The BFPG’s Director Sophia Gaston explains the stakes in the German elections for the UK through surveying the foreign policy platforms of the major parties.
Boris Johnson’s Trip to the United States: A Major Climate Success Ahead of COP26
BFPG Researcher Evie Aspinall summarises the Prime Minister’s trip to the United States and assesses what this means ahead of COP26 in November.
What Would a Successful COP26 Look Like for the UK?
Our Evie Aspinall reflects on the UK’s ambitions for COP26 and what the UK can expect to achieve at the summit.
The Foreign Secretary’s Evidence on Afghanistan: Five Key Insights
The BFPG provides five key insights from the Foreign Affairs Select Committee emergency session on Afghanistan with Dominic Raab.
The Olympics: A Stage For the World’s Biggest Geopolitical Debates
Our Evie Aspinall discusses the geopolitics of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and what to expect as we head towards the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics.