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International development is not just a form of “soft power.” It is hard power — and the world's most effective preemptive strike against future threats.

COMMENTARY / World

Mar 11, 2026

Development provides security as effectively as hard power

International development is not just a form of “soft power.” It is hard power — and our most effective preemptive strike against future threats.

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