CFA Level I · CFA Level I Exam · Introduction to Geopolitics
A state wants to shape other countries' preferences through its culture, political values, and foreign policies instead of through force or payment. This approach is best described as:
The approach is best described as soft power. Soft power influences other countries by attraction and persuasion through culture, political values, and policies. Hard power relies on military force or economic coercion, and sanctions are a coercive tool rather than a means of attraction.
- Ahard power
- Bsoft powerCorrect
- Ceconomic sanctions
Explanation
Soft power is the ability to attract and persuade through culture, values, and policies. Hard power relies on military force or economic coercion, and sanctions are an example of coercive economic tools.
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