The city to enhance its soft power and elevate Shanghai character
Hard power makes a city powerful, while soft power makes a city great. A city that is remembered, respected, and much imagined can, in fact, not only fascinate with its peculiar spirit, character and style, but also generate lasting influence and driving forces. Such a city is usually of immense material magnitudes. In addition, it has discursive power, rule-making status, distinct cultural identity, open and inclusive environment, and the vitality, creativity and cohesion of its people. This is also a core area for the current era of global competition.
Never stopping at economic development alone, Shanghai must shoulder the crucial mission of “acting as a trailbreaker for demonstration and guidance to make breakthroughs and overcome difficulties.” It should take the lead in ...
2021-08-24