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International Journalists Discuss Merits of Hard and Soft Power Audio Clip Available

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When should America use "hard" power, and when should it use "soft," or non-military, power to influence others? In VOA News Now's International Press Club, German, Pakistani, and Arab-American journalists try to answer that question

Afghan boy stands in front of group of U.S. soldiers (File photo)

U.S. Faces Challenges in Afghanistan Audio Clip Available

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Russian President Dmitri Medvedev speaks to members of the Valdai Club in Moscow, 12 Sep 2008

Russia's "Privileged" Sphere of Influence Meets Resistance Audio Clip Available

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Pakistanis in town of Multan protest US strikes in country's northwest, 12 Sept 2008

U.S. Seeks More Cooperation with New Pakistan President Audio Clip Available

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Supporters of Pakistani Islamic group Jamiat Ullama-e-Islam hold rally against military operation in tribal areas, 29 Aug 2008, in Chaman, Pakistan

Pakistan's New President Will Face Old Problems Audio Clip Available

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