THE CONCEPT OF DIPLOMACY AND ITS HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT
Keywords:
Key words: Diplomacy, International Relations, Negotiation, Emissaries, Treaties, Ancient Civilizations, City-States, Renaissance, Nation-States, Multilateral Diplomacy, Congress of Vienna, International Law, Permanent Missions, Political Strategy, Cold War, United Nations, Globalization, Digital Communication, Peacekeeping, Conflict ResolutionAbstract
Diplomacy, the art and practice of conducting negotiations between
representatives of states, is a cornerstone of international relations. Its evolution
reflects the complexities of human interaction and the shifting dynamics of power
across centuries. This article explores the historical development of diplomacy, from
its ancient roots to its modern manifestations.
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