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The art of negotiation between nations related to economic, political, and military matters.

International Relations: An overview of the interactions and relationships between countries, including the major theories and concepts in the field.
Diplomacy: An examination of the tactics and strategies used by countries to negotiate and maintain international relations, including the role of diplomats and diplomatic missions.
Diplomatic History: A study of the history of diplomacy, including historical events, treaties, and alliances that have shaped the current international order.
International Law: An exploration of the legal framework that governs relations between states, including treaties, conventions, and customary international law.
Political Science: A comprehensive understanding of political systems, governments, and political ideologies, including the role of political institutions in international relations.
Economics: An understanding of the economic forces that shape international relations, including the impact of globalization, trade, and international finance.
Military History: An examination of the military strategies and tactics employed in past conflicts, and their impact on international relations.
Social and Cultural Anthropology: An exploration of the social and cultural factors that influence international relations, including religion, language, and ethnicity.
Psychology: An understanding of the psychological and emotional factors that influence diplomatic relationships and decision-making.
Conflict Resolution: An examination of the methods and techniques used to resolve conflicts and build peace, including negotiation, mediation, and arbitration.
Environmental Studies: An understanding of the environmental challenges faced by countries and the impact of international cooperation on the environment.
Human Rights: An exploration of the legal and ethical issues surrounding human rights, including the role of international organizations in promoting and protecting human rights.
Global Governance: An understanding of the organizations, institutions, and actors that shape global governance, including the United Nations, regional organizations, and non-governmental organizations.
Security Studies: An examination of the security challenges facing the international community, including terrorism, nuclear proliferation, cyber warfare, and natural disasters.
Public Diplomacy: An exploration of the tools and techniques used to influence public opinion and build relationships between countries, including cultural exchange programs, public diplomacy initiatives, and social media.
Bilateral diplomacy: Diplomatic interaction between two states or nations to achieve mutually beneficial goals.
Multilateral diplomacy: Diplomatic interactions between more than two states or nations, usually involving international organizations such as the United Nations or the World Trade Organization.
Economic diplomacy: The use of economic tools such as trade agreements, investment incentives, and economic sanctions in diplomatic relations.
Cultural diplomacy: The use of cultural exchanges, tourism, and educational programs to promote understanding and cooperation between nations.
Public diplomacy: Diplomatic efforts aimed at influencing public opinion and perception of a particular nation, often through the use of media and communication channels.
Track II diplomacy: Informal diplomatic channels used to facilitate communication and negotiation between nations, often involving non-governmental actors such as academics, business leaders, and civil society organizations.
Environmental diplomacy: The use of diplomatic efforts to address global environmental challenges such as climate change and biodiversity loss.
Crisis or conflict diplomacy: Diplomatic efforts to resolve conflicts and crises, often involving mediation, negotiation, and peacekeeping efforts.
Legal diplomacy: The use of international law and legal norms to resolve disputes and promote cooperation between nations.
Public health diplomacy: The use of diplomatic efforts to address global health issues such as pandemics, epidemics, and health system strengthening.
- "Diplomacy comprises spoken or written communication by representatives of states intended to influence events in the international system."
- "Diplomacy is the main instrument of foreign policy which represents the broader goals and strategies that guide a state's interactions with the rest of the world."
- "International treaties, agreements, alliances, and other manifestations of international relations are usually the result of diplomatic negotiations and processes."
- "Modern diplomatic methods, practices, and principles originated largely from 17th-century European custom."
- "Beginning in the early 20th century, diplomacy became professionalized."
- "The 1961 Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, ratified by most of the world's sovereign states, provides a framework for diplomatic procedures, methods, and conduct."
- "Most diplomacy is now conducted by accredited officials, such as envoys and ambassadors."
- "Diplomats operate through diplomatic missions, most commonly consulates and embassies."
- "The term diplomat is thus sometimes applied broadly to diplomatic and consular personnel and foreign ministry officials."
- "Diplomacy comprises spoken or written communication by representatives of states intended to influence events in the international system."
- "Diplomats may also help to shape a state by advising government officials."
- "The 1961 Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations... provides a framework for diplomatic procedures, methods, and conduct."
- "International treaties, agreements, alliances, and other manifestations of international relations are usually the result of diplomatic negotiations and processes."
- "Modern diplomatic methods, practices, and principles originated largely from 17th-century European custom."
- "Most diplomacy is now conducted by accredited officials, such as envoys and ambassadors."
- "Diplomats... rely on a number of support staff."
- "Diplomats operate through diplomatic missions, most commonly consulates and embassies."
- "The term diplomat is thus sometimes applied broadly to diplomatic and consular personnel and foreign ministry officials."
- "Diplomacy is the main instrument of foreign policy which represents the broader goals and strategies that guide a state's interactions with the rest of the world."
- "Diplomacy comprises spoken or written communication by representatives of states intended to influence events in the international system."