Yes, we must urgently invest in defence – but cutting soft power makes UK less secure
- Posted on April 20, 2026
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Yes, we must urgently invest in defence – but cutting soft power makes UK less secure

OPINION - MAJOR GENERAL CHARLIE HERBERT: Scaling back diplomatic and overseas assistance in an uncertain world is a strategic error... we need defence AND aid