Diplomacy
Diplomacy
Diplomacy (/dɪˈploʊməsi/; from the Greek δίπλωμα, meaning a folded document) is the practice of conducting negotiations between representatives of states or groups. It usually refers to international diplomacy, the conduct of international relations through the intercession of professional diplomats with regard to a full range of topical issues.
Etymology
The term diplomacy originates from the Greek word δίπλωμα (diploma), meaning a folded document, and is related to diploun or diploos meaning "folded in two". In the Western world, the earliest form of diplomacy can be traced back to the ancient Greek city-states, who sent professional ambassadors to negotiate specific issues, such as war and peace or commercial relations.
Related Terms
- International Relations: The study of relationships between countries, including the roles of states, inter-governmental organizations (IGOs), non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and multinational corporations (MNCs).
- Diplomat: A person appointed by a state to conduct diplomacy with one or more other states or international organizations.
- Embassy: The diplomatic delegation from one country to another, usually located in the host country's capital city.
- Consulate: A smaller version of an embassy, often located in the larger cities of the host country, but not its capital.
- Treaty: A formal, ratified agreement between states.
- Negotiation: Discussion aimed at reaching an agreement.
- Foreign Policy: A government's strategy in dealing with other nations.
See Also
- List of diplomatic missions
- Diplomatic immunity
- Diplomatic recognition
- Diplomatic mission
- Diplomatic rank
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Diplomacy
- Wikipedia's article - Diplomacy
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