trad diplomacy Flashcards
based on
bi-lateral basis
characterized by
agenda or what diplomas do
why it started
When two states dev their relationship on mutual importance it became normal to exchange permanent embassies and to conduct diplomacy through those embassies on a state-to-state basis
A series of rights, privileges, and immunities become attached both to diplomatic activities and diplomates derived from two principles:
a. diplomats should be able to conduct their business without fear or imprints (don’t shoot the messenger) and immunities
b. ambassador is the direct representative of the sovereign.
diplomatic immunity
is a principle of international law by which certain foreign government officials are not subject to the jurisdiction of local courts and other authorities for both their official and, to a large extent, their personal activities.
most important issue on diplo agenda at the time
Monarchs and sovereigns: Acquisition of territory or another throne and war and peace
what was trad blamed for
not preventing WW2