Harry and Meghan in Jamaica are soft-power dynamite. Britain is left with kryptonite William and Kate | Nelson Abbey

At times like these, it's clear that the Sussexes represent a missed opportunity for a UK that needs friends in the world

A popular Nigerian adage says the cow never knows the value of its tail until it is chopped off". In many tragic ways, this speaks to today's Britain. From EU membership, to competent leadership, to low inflation, it seems necessary for Britain to lose things to appreciate their importance.

This week, look at Prince Harry and Meghan being feted in Jamaica. See the soft-power skills they carry with them, and think about that Nigerian adage.