Nation Branding
Nation Branding is a concept often misunderstood by political leaders as a magical wand through which marketing techniques could be used to “fix” the tarnished image of their nation in order to attract investment, visitors or skilled labor. (Un)fortunately, things aren’t that easy. The following articles offer summaries of latest research and reflections on the brand positioning and reputation of nations, often linked to public diplomacy.
3 Nation Branding Pitfalls Country Branding Professionals Should Avoid
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Aparna Dutt Sharma discusses three nation branding pitfalls - challenges which country branding professionals frequently encounter in their attempts to position their country favorably in the eyes of potential investors, visitors and global talent.
Brand Singapore: Nation Branding After Lee Kuan Yew, In A Divisive World – Book Review
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Review of Brand Singapore: Nation Branding after Lee Kuan Yew, in a Divisive World by Buck Song Koh. Essential reading for place branding professionals.
Hume Johnson on Brand Jamaica and Nation Branding in the Americas
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Hume Johnson in this interview discusses Brand Jamaica, nation branding challenges and destination branding in the Americas.
Anupam Yog on the Branding of Nations and Destinations in Asia
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Anupam Yog in this interview offers a very detailed account of place brand initiatives in Asia, especially Singapore, and discusses the challenges, tendencies and opportunities.
Oliver Zöllner of Stuttgart Media University on Place Branding in Germany
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Oliver Zöllner, Professor at Stuttgart Media University in southwest Germany, offers a down-to-earth, slightly critical view on place branding.
Buck Song Koh on Nation Branding and Brand Singapore
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In this interview with Buck Song Koh, learn about Brand Singapore, its country reputation, the role of placemaking, and nation branding practices in Asia.