A recent cover article in The Economist defines “sharp power” by its reliance on “subversion, bullying and pressure, which combine to promote self-censorship.” Whereas soft power harnesses the allure of culture and values to augment a country’s strength, sharp power helps authoritarian regimes compel behavior at home and manipulate opinion abroad.
Un récent article en couverture de The Economist définit le « sharp power » comme le recours à « la subversion, l’intimidation et les pressions, qui se combinent afin de promouvoir l’autocensure. »