di·plo·ma·cy
(di-plo'm?-se) n.
"The art or practice of conducting international relations,
as in negotiating alliances, treaties, and agreements."
"Tact and skill in dealing with people. See synonyms at
tact."
"Art
of conducting relationships for gain without conflict. It
is the chief instrument of foreign policy. Its methods include
secret negotiation by accredited envoys (though political
leaders also negotiate) and international agreements and laws.
Its use predates recorded history. The goal of diplomacy is
to further the state's interests as dictated by geography,
history, and economics. Safeguarding the state's independence,
security, and integrity is of prime importance; preserving
the widest possible freedom of action for the state is nearly
as important. Beyond that, diplomacy seeks maximum national
advantage without using force and preferably without causing
resentment."
We have
worked hard to define "diplomacy" throughout the website.
Since the process of diplomacy is so complex, we decided to make a
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