US-UK Forum on Cultural Diplomacy 2026

The US-UK Forum on Cultural Diplomacy 2026 will bring together politicians, diplomats, business leaders, academics and representatives of civil society to examine the evolving relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom. The Forum will consider the role of cultural diplomacy in supporting dialogue, mutual understanding and cooperation across political, economic, academic and cultural spheres, building on the longstanding connections between the two countries.

With a focus on modern economies, international cooperation and cultural exchange, the Forum will explore emerging areas of transatlantic cooperation, including innovation, entrepreneurship, education, the creative industries and people-to-people relations. Through high-level discussions, institutional exchanges and cultural diplomacy activities, participants will consider how cooperation across government, business, academia and civil society can contribute to a strong and forward-looking US-UK partnership.