Europe in the world – The role of culture and soft power

Date of publication: Thursday, December 8, 2011

Europe is a declining force and other alternative global cultures are on the rise. Meanwhile, terms like “values” and “interests” are entering public policy jargon as the EU looks to leverage its cultural heritage to raise its profile in a changing world. By working together, cultural institutes can help the EU to develop a common external cultural policy, heard participants a policy dialogue organised by the EPC and “More Europe”.