THE ROLE OF SOFT POWER IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

This book examines how China and the United States attempt to influence other countries through their cultures, economic relationships, and other strategies. The focus of the research is on the effectiveness of these efforts and their impact globally. To achieve this objective, a systematic review has been conducted on a series of research articles and case studies. The evaluation reveals China's emphasis on spreading its culture, particularly through the Belt and Road Initiative, to engage in economic agreements. In contrast, the United States prefers to use music, films, and educational programs. Both countries aim to share their values, with China emphasizing the non-interference principle and the U.S. advocating for democracy. The major inference is how these efforts affect how countries work with each other and what is considered normal worldwide. The book concludes by underscoring the significance of this competition for the entire world, illustrating its impact on alliances, global rules, and how countries interact with each other. Through this study, we hope to better understand how nations influence each other and how global politics is changing.