The Art of Diplomacy in the 21st Century : Contemporary Challenges to an Ancient Profession

The Art of Diplomacy in the 21st Century: Contemporary Challenges to an Ancient Profession
March 16, 2014

Diplomacy, one of the prime human techniques to manage relations between politically organized groups, has undergone a profound transformation in the past few decades, due in large part to the information revolution, globalization, and the increased relevance of new non-state actors in international affairs. Does traditional diplomacy still matter in today’s world? How do diplomats and governments react to these changes? What skills are required to be a competent diplomat in the 21st century? With a special focus on the UAE, this lecture explores how concepts of public diplomacy and soft power have steadily gained significance in international relations.

Image: NYU Photo Bureau: Bob Handelman

Ambassador François Barras
Consul General, Consulate of Switzerland in New York

Sign up to our mailing list to stay informed of upcoming NYU Abu Dhabi Institute events: http://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/news-events/a...

To view our past events and videos, click here: http://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/news-events/a...

Follow NYU Abu Dhabi Institute on social media:
Facebook:   / 167869253250085  
Twitter:   / nyuadinstitute  
Instagram:   / nyuadinstitute  

Follow NYU Abu Dhabi on social media:
Visit our website: http://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/
Facebook:   / nyuad  
Twitter:   / nyuabudhabi  
Instagram:   / nyuabudhabi