China launches institute for ancient scripts to boost cultural soft power

China inaugurated an institute at UCASS dedicated to preserving rare ancient scripts, part of a broader push to elevate traditional culture as a pillar of national soft power. The move signals Beijing's intent to use cultural heritage as a diplomatic and narrative tool, though its direct geopolitical impact remains limited. This continues an established pattern of cultural statecraft rather than a deviation.

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