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Aleks Turobov, PhD

@alturobov.bsky.social
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Political Scientist with a love for technology. Assistant Professor. Research lead AI & Geopolitics Project @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk, @cam.ac.uk. AI | Security | Digital Sovereignty

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Aleks Turobov, PhD @alturobov.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Freshly published in Data & Policy, our article with @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social presents an empirical framework of AI archetypes for policy analysis. We ran different approaches to policy analysis and compared what each produced, and what it cost in time, money, contextual depth and oversight.
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Governing the evidence base: An empirical framework of AI archetypes for policy analysis | Data & Policy | Cambridge Core
Governing the evidence base: An empirical framework of AI archetypes for policy analysis - Volume 8
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 21/09/2026
📢 We’re hiring We're looking for a Research Assistant/Associate to join a research project exploring the relationship between wellbeing & productivity at work, in a Cambridge University-wide partnership with KPMG. Apply by 8 October 2026: www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/57112/
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 07/08/2026
The AI race isn't just about the US & China. New #AIxGeo research from Dr Siyi Liu is exploring how middle powers like the UK & South Korea can build influence through trusted partnerships, not AI self-sufficiency. Read the blog: bit.ly/4g0FcVe
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NBER @nber.org · 05/08/2026
Melissa Dell, Harvard University, and Ashesh Rambachan, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, presented the 2026 Methods Lecture on "Estimation and Inference with AI-Generated Data". www.youtube.com/watch?v=ydYX...
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Aleks Turobov, PhD @alturobov.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Just enough. Good week.
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Michael Kenny @michaelkenny.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
Some thoughts from me on the challenges which the UK's unbalanced devolution model poses for Andy Burnham www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/blog/burnham...
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What will Burnham’s key challenge be for devolution? - Bennett School of Public Policy
The clearest of Andy Burnham’s proposed policies is introducing greater levels of devolution – the handing over of more power from Westminster to regional and local authorities. Michael Kenny, Head of...
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 06/07/2026
Beyond the AI arms race: the cooperation we’re missing In a new anthology of essays offering an alternative narrative to the AI arms race, @alturobov.bsky.social explores why cooperation—not just competition—is shaping the future of global AI governance. www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/blog/beyond-...
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 01/07/2026
Framing AI as a US–China arms race isn't just wrong—it's dangerous. Our new anthology, Reimagining the AI Arms Race, features 10 essays by policymakers, academics & public intellectuals, incl. @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social & @alturobov.bsky.social exploring alternative ways. 👉https://shorturl.at/GR6yO
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Aleks Turobov, PhD @alturobov.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Surviving this heatwave on cold lemonade and a podcast - which I happen to be on. The new ePODstemology ep talking about research, AI in government, ethics, and, unexpectedly, comparing AI to a dishwasher (what? I know) www.buzzsprout.com/1763534/epis...
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AI in government - ePODstemology
Dr Aleksei Turobov is an Assistant Professor at the Bennett School of Public Policy. His research examines the critical gap between the global ambitions of AI policy and the practical realities of its...
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 11/05/2026
The success of the Asian “miracle” economies was driven less by markets alone & more by effective industrial policy institutions, according to new research by Fuad Hasanov, Reda Cherif & Gary Xie. Their new paper propose a “4As” framework for effective industrial policy institutions: bit.ly/48NDAeL
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 28/04/2026
New blog—Economic growth is measured by GDP. A revised definition now includes investment in data, reflecting its growing role in production. @johnlpoquiz.bsky.social & @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social look at how this change will boost GDP levels—potentially shaping future fiscal policy. bit.ly/4sYpb6o
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When the economy get bigger overnight - Bennett School of Public Policy
Economic growth is measured in terms of GDP. Last year, its definition was revised, including the addition of investment in data, as the economy increasingly involves its use to produce goods and serv...
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 16/04/2026
Our Annual Conference tackled some of the biggest policy challenges of our time. From AI’s potential to transform public services to the realities of driving economic growth, discussions focused on research & practical solutions. Watch the sessions: www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/conference
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 26/03/2026
A wide-ranging conversation, with speakers reflecting that innovation must be aligned with the broader social contract, to maintain confidence in public institutions.
Four panellists sitting discussing, with audience in foreground
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Owen Garling @ojgarling.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Looking forward to this Cambridge Festival event on AI adoption at local, national and international scales. With a great panel of @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social, Kathryn Chapman, @jenitennison.com, ably chaired by @alturobov.bsky.social.
A panel of speakers sitting in front of a screen showing their faces.
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 19/02/2026
The #CamFest programme is now live & we're excited to be a part of it: 🌍 From Cambridge to the World: AI & Digital Policy 📅 16/03/2026 ⏰ 17:30 — 18:45 📍 The Glasshouse, Hills Road, CB2 1LQ 🔗 bit.ly/4aRpbiW With @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social @jenitennison.com Kathryn Chapman & @alturobov.bsky.social
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 13/02/2026
This is not to be missed! 📚The Master’s Book Club with Diane Coyle in conversation with Sharon Peacock 🗓 Thursday 12 March 2026 🕕18:00 - 19:00 (GMT) 📍Churchill College, University of Cambridge, CB3 0DS Booking is essential: www.chu.cam.ac.uk/event/the-ma...
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 12/02/2026
We’re growing! 🚀 The Bennett School is hiring an Associate Professor in Public Policy and an Assistant Professor in Public Policy. Join us and make an impact in public policy. More details: www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/about-us/car...
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Aleks Turobov, PhD @alturobov.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Consider our MPhil in Digital Policy if you are interested in all aspects of digital. This programme bridges the divide between computer science, economics and political science. I am honoured and privileged to develop two modules for this programme, and am really excited about this journey.
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 04/02/2026
The Bennett School’s new MPhil in Digital Policy prepares early-career professionals to lead on AI & digital governance. The programme includes interdisciplinary study across economics, law, computer science & politics. Apply now to start in Oct 2026: www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/study/mphil-...
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 30/01/2026
On Wednesday, we welcomed His Excellency Mr Hiroshi Suzuki, Japanese Ambassador to the UK, & colleagues for a productive discussion on future opportunities for UK–Japan academic collaboration. The visit is timely as Keir Starmer is set to visit Japan on Saturday following his trip to China.
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Aleks Turobov, PhD @alturobov.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Digital sovereignty is a strategically flexible concept, and if you are interested in its development and evolution, check our new article in @govjournal.bsky.social: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/... 1/8
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Opening the Black Box of EU Digital Sovereignty: A Macro‐Level Analysis of the Concept's Development
Digital sovereignty has emerged as a central organizing principle in European Union governance, yet systematic understanding of its conceptual evolution remains limited. This article provides the fir....
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Diane Coyle @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
We @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk are hiring an associate prof www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/associa... and 2 assistant profs www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/54210/ Two of the roles will focus on digital policy.
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Associate Professor in Public Policy
Applications are invited for an Associate Professor at the new Bennett School of Public Policy in the Faculty of Human, Social and Political Science (BSPP). The start date for this role will be July
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 14/01/2026
Booking is now open for the Bennett School of Public Policy Annual Conference Speakers inc. Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham, & keynote João Vale de Almeida, former senior EU Ambassador  🗓️26 March 2026 🕙10:00-18:30 📍Churchill College, Cambridge & Online 🎟️ bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/conference
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Diane Coyle @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
We are hiring a Professor of Public Policy @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/profess...
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Professorship of Public Policy
The Board of Electors to the Professorship of Public Policy invite applications from candidates whose work falls within the field of public policy. We are looking for a successful and dynamic leader
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 10/12/2025
We're looking for a Professor of Public Policy to join our senior leadership team. They'll play a leading role in teaching on the School's postgraduate courses, & make a significant contribution to its research & research leadership. Apply by 9 February 2026: www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/profess...
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Michael Kenny @michaelkenny.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
On the increasingly troubled relationship between science, evidence and policy; some thoughts, and proposals, from @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social and me.
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 08/12/2025
We're recruiting for a Research Assistant We're looking for someone interested in one or more of the following - institutions; governance; devolution; place-based policy; and public administration. 📆 Apply by 5 January 2026 🔗https://www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/research-assistant-fixed-term-jb48083
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Diane Coyle @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
We are hiring a @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk research assistant- deadline is 5 January www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/researc...
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Research Assistant (Fixed Term)
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance. The Bennett School of Public Policy invites applications for a Research Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity
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Aleks Turobov, PhD @alturobov.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
The AI arms race doesn't exist in official G20 AI policy. Instead, G20 deliberately constructed AI as a separate 'norm space' where cooperation framing persists. As part of our AIxGEO project, this work continues to systematically examine how international organisations govern AI.
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The G20’s Quiet Rebuttal to the AI Arms Race | TechPolicy.Press
The G20 in nine years has quietly built up cooperative global governance, writes Aleksei Turobov.
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 11/11/2025
Applications are now open for our new MPhil in Digital Policy starting Oct 2026. The course will draw on the latest Bennett research & close collaboration with policymakers, business leaders, & civil society to address key challenges. Find out more: www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/study/mphil-...
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 29/10/2025
Join our Virtual Open Day sessions to learn more about our postgraduate courses starting Oct 2026 with @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social & @terzibus.bsky.social 📅 4 Nov 2025 🕒 9am—MPhil in Public Policy 🕒 10am—MPhil in Digital Policy Register to attend online: www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/openday
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 28/10/2025
🎓 Applications are now open for our two Masters programmes starting in 2026! 💰 Funding opportunities are still available — apply by 2 December 2025. Find details on funding & eligibility on the University's postgraduate web pages: 👉 www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/funding
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Aleks Turobov, PhD @alturobov.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
UK's "Sovereign AI Unit" + NVIDIA deal + US-UK tech pact raise the question: renting access or building capacity? My analysis on twin-track sovereignty - domestic procurement mandates + middle-powers coalition.
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 14/10/2025
Thinking of applying for our MPhil in Digital Policy or MPhil in Public Policy? Deadlines for some funding opportunities are approaching. Find out more: www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/blog/applica...
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 14/10/2025
⏰ We're looking for two Research Assistants/Associates to join our team - closing date is midnight Friday. - RA in the AI & Geopolitics Project - RA to support policy response & knowledge transfer activities 👉 Find out more and apply: www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/about-us/car...
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Diane Coyle @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
Our new paper on the challenges of measuring AI is online @nber.org www.nber.org/papers/w34330
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Making AI Count: The Next Measurement Frontier
Founded in 1920, the NBER is a private, non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to conducting economic research and to disseminating research findings among academics, public policy makers, an...
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Diane Coyle @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
The people's AI? www.enlightenmenteconomics.com/blog/index.p...
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The people’s AI? | The Enlightened Economist
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Alex Walker @alwalker.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
New blog for @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk on the pride in place strategy I explore why the government is going quite big on this and has adopted the language of pride in place, and look at whether it marks a real shift in power away from the centre www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/blog/unpacki...
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Unpacking the pride in place programme - Bennett School of Public Policy
Labour’s new ‘pride in place’ strategy promises to empower communities to restore local spaces and revive high streets. The widened and rebranded regeneration scheme forms a key pillar of its response...
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 10/10/2025
🎉 We were delighted to celebrate the official launch of the Bennett School of Public Policy earlier this week at the Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge. Our goal is to equip the policymakers of tomorrow with the skills, insights, and experiences they need to tackle the complex challenges of our time.
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 30/09/2025
📢 Applications are now open for 2026–27 entry to our two MPhil programmes 🎓 New: MPhil in Digital Policy 🎓 MPhil in Public Policy Ideal for professionals in government, business & civic sectors. 🔗 Learn more about the courses & funding & apply: www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/study/
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 25/09/2025
We're looking for two Research Assistants/Associates to work on exciting projects at the @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk ➡️AI & Geopolitics Project (AIxGEO) ➡️Policy response & knowledge transfer Find out more & apply: www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/about-us/car...
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 16/09/2025
We're recruiting! We're seeking an early-career policy or research professional to support policy response & knowledge transfer activities & to enhance our capacity to respond quickly & effectively to opportunities for policy engagement & impact. 👉🏽 www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/about-us/vac...
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Research Assistant/Associate - Bennett School of Public Policy
Department/Location: Department of Public Policy (Bennett School of Public Policy)Salary: £33,002-£46,049Reference: JB47263Category: ResearchDate published: 12 September 2025Closing date: 10 October 2...
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Aleks Turobov, PhD @alturobov.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
What if a lack of AI infrastructure wasn't a barrier, but the very catalyst for an ambitious strategy? As part of our AIxGEO project on non-Western AI strategies, my analysis of the African Union reveals a strategic paradox: it uses policy to catalyse the very capacity that doesn't yet exist.
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Strategic paradox: how the African Union performs the future through AI policy - Bennett School of Public Policy
AI policy in Africa is shaped not by capacity, but by necessity. Across 99 African Union (AU) policy documents and public statements from 2017 to 2024, AI emerges not merely as a source of innovation ...
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 08/09/2025
In a new policy brief, @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social & Nghi Nguyen urge better policy coordination to support start-ups & scale-ups in UK technology sectors to boost economic growth. 👉https://www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/publications/start-ups-and-scale-ups-in-uk-technology-sectors/
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Project Syndicate @projectsyndicate.bsky.social · 26/08/2025
By damaging the reliability of American statistics, Donald Trump is limiting his own administration’s ability to craft effective policies and demonstrate their success, writes @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social. bit.ly/4lRmYGx
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The Incalculable Costs of Corrupt Statistics
Diane Coyle explains the threat manipulation of official data poses to investor confidence and government effectiveness.
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Bethan Briggs-Miller @bbmiiler.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
We need your help! The East Anglian Folklore Centre is having a fundraiser. We desperately want to keep our space open and have achieved so much this last year. But for it to continue we need your support. As little as 50p and a share would mean the world. www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...
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Diane Coyle @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
I’ve written for @noemamag.com about the need for a different approach to economic statistics - the data isn’t ‘rigged’ but it hasn’t kept up with the changing economy www.noemamag.com/the-critical...
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The Urgent Need For Revolutionizing Economic Statistics | NOEMA
Donald Trump’s abandonment of honest economic statistics highlights what’s been true for a while: The way we measure economic activity has long been inadequate for modern political challenges.
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ai@cam @ai.cam.ac.uk · 29/07/2025
What does #AI sovereignty mean for the UK? Yesterday we brought together voices from across government, academia, industry & civil society at #InnovateCambridge to discuss where sovereignty matters most & what this looks like in practice. Thanks to all those who joined us!
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 01/08/2025
Connect with our leading team: go.bsky.app/UX4T67L
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Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk · 01/08/2025
Today, the Bennett Institute for Public Policy has expanded to become the Bennett School of Public Policy, @cam.ac.uk The Bennett School will continue to conduct leading public policy research, teaching & engagement, for the right kind of growth fairly shared. Please now follow our work here.
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