21st Century Ambassador Plenipotentiary to Chief Executive

Name: 21st Century Ambassador Plenipotentiary to Chief Executive
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ISBN: 9780195675337

ISBN-10: 0195675339

ISBN-13: 9780195675337

Edition: 2005

Authors: Kishan S. Rana

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'[Kishan Rana]...is perhaps the only one to write on the craft of diplomacy. His two earlier volumes...have earned kudos from diplomatists around the world. Rana's book is a gem that combines a focus on the intricacies of the diplomatic trade with a communication skill that is rare...Anyone...interested in diplomacy and foreign policy will find [this] book easy to read and a lot to benefit from.' -- C Raja Mohan, Sunday Express'A well researched monograph reflecting much original thought about changes that have overtaken international relations, practices and application of international law in our era...Kishan Rana has woven all this into his narrative in this extremely readable,… analytical book which reflects scholarship and in-depth thinking.' -- S K Singh, fomer Indian Foreign Secretary'[The author] delight[s] as well as instruct[s a] growing following [i]n diplomatic training courses throughout the world. This is a truly impressive work--fluent, lively, comprehensive. ..original, and above all sage. It deserves a wide readership and will without doubt get one.' -- G R Berridge, Emeritus Professor of International Politics, University of Leicester'...Rana's best book on diplomacy. The 21st Century Ambassador is an incisive study...The book is highly recommended to practitioners...a very stimulating contribution to the field.' -- Jan Mellisen, Director, Training and Education, Netherlands Institute of International RelationsThe ambassador is a symbol of the foreign state and personifies international relations. He is also the object of myth, envy and frequent misreading of utility. In spite of significant lack of understanding about the role of the ambassador, few scholarly studies have addressed this issue.As the first book of its kind written by an Indian scholar-diplomat, this volume looks closely at the diplomatic process and its major constituents.Blending conceptual clarity and practical experience, Rana analyses the t raditional roles of ambassadors, their relevance in the context of changing international relations, and thier redefinition. Is the ambassador a political representative of his/her country or a businessman trying to market his country in a foreign location? What has happened to the traditional roles the ambassador was expected to fulfil? The preface looks at the way Indian envoys have served their country, and theevolution in their performance.Literally spinkled with anecdotes from diplomatic lore, this engaging and incisive study will be of immense interest to political scientists, scholars of international relations and foreign policy, students of diplomacy, professional diplomats, journalists and the informed lay reader.

Book details

List price: $35.00
Copyright year: 2005
Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated
Publication date: 1/6/2006
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 288
Size: 5.50" wide x 8.50" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 0.990
Language: English



Acknowledgements


Abbreviations


Preface to the Indian Edition


Introduction


Evolution


The Diplomatic Process and Developing Countries


The Context


Gender Issues



The Transformed Plenipotentiary


Who is the Ambassador?


Theory and Practice


Empirical Evidence


New Responsibilities


Bilateral and Multilateral Envoys



Ritual and Form


Protocol and Ceremonial


Non-Career Appointments


The Diplomatic Corps


Privilege and Immunity


Operational Modalities: Duration, Channels and Withdrawal


Personal Security



Partners and Techniques


Official Interlocutors


Non-State Partners


Principal Functions: Negotiation, Promotion and Outreach


Feedback


Management


Servicing



The Multilateral Ambassador


Multilateral and Bilateral Work


Form and Substance


Methods and Goals


Work Procedures


Regional Diplomacy


The Home Base


A Downside?



The Domestic Dimension


The Home Context


Performance Management


Foreign Ministry Interface


Official Partners


Political Masters


Non-State Agencies and Public Diplomacy


Latitude and Innovation



Leadership in the Embassy


The Ship's Captain


The Embassy Team


Intelligence, Defense and Other Specialists


Consuls-Career and Honorary


Country Team


Mission Size and Management


The Spouse and Families


The Residence and Entertainment



Human Resources


Training and Conferences


Personal Qualities


Professional Skills


Language and Other Expertise


Career Management


The Ethical Dimension


Rogue Ambassadors


Reward and Sanction


In Retirement



The Future


EU Experience


The Entrepreneur-Ambassador


Power and Influence


Globalized Diplomacy


Notes


Select Bibliography


Index