👉 A tender weapon, also known as a "soft power" or "non-coercive influence," refers to a country's ability to shape the preferences and actions of others through attraction, persuasion, and diplomacy rather than through force or economic coercion. This can be achieved via cultural influence, political values, foreign policies, and economic partnerships that appeal to other nations, fostering cooperation and alignment without the use of military might or economic sanctions. Examples include the global appeal of American culture, the diplomatic strategies of countries like Norway and Sweden, or the international influence of the European Union.
