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Across
  1. 3. The national interest of achieving strong economic growth, employment, income and living standards. (8,10)
  2. 5. The strength of a state's political, economic and security relationships with other states in its region. (7,13)
  3. 7. The protection of a state's territory, population and interests from internal and external threats. (6,8)
  4. 9. A state can use its language, media, education, entertainment and national identity to shape how people in other countries think and behave.
Down
  1. 1. The position and reputation a state holds compared with other states within its region. (7,8)
  2. 2. A state can use negotiations, treaties, alliances and international forums to persuade other states and achieve its objectives.
  3. 4. A state can use its armed forces, weapons and defence capabilities to influence other states and protect its interests.
  4. 6. A state can use trade, investment, financial resources and control of key industries to influence other countries.
  5. 8. A state can use its government institutions, alliances and influence over international decision-making to shape global outcomes.