In response to the Australian Government’s review of Soft Power, Advance made this 2018 submission to the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade to articulate ways that expatriates contribute to Australia’s attraction and influence for stronger soft power and international influence. The recommendations put forward by Advance include recognising the value of ‘diaspora diplomacy’ alongside sport, science and education diplomacy; leveraging the expertise of overseas Australians on specific proposals as ‘knowledge partners’; and resourcing the ‘Embassy of the Future’ in key locations to ensure engagement with the diaspora.