Consistency in

Diplomacy
In the international arena at the present time, the speed and intensity of the
changes resulting from globalization and the multiplicity of actions and
trading relations and, above all, the extraordinary effects of the
communications revolution, has introduced sharp changes in the orientation,
design and implementation of international relations.
In a world that has become “tight but diverse” it is an indisputable fact that
diplomacy, as he executor of the State’s foreign policy has acquired primary
importance. There are now numerous international and even daring
opportunities that the State can take advantage of to conduct trade, to
cooperate in various fields and to acquire the necessary knowledge to develop
harmony between other States.
It is clear that consistency in diplomacy is a key principle, due to the diversity
and complexity of the issues made by the State today. It is necessary to
remember that diplomacy is neither an invention nor the thought of any given
political system, but an essential element in any rational relationship between
nations.
In practical terms, the Foreign Ministry, with a sense of responsibility and
consonant with the public trust of the nation’s citizens, manages international
issues consistently with the care and restraint of the required actions.

 Diplomats, consuls, ambassadors

 Embassies/Consular offices
Accordingly, States are often represented abroad by its “more worthy”
citizens who for very obvious reasons are considered for such appointments.
The receiving States must provide these envoys with the privileges and
immunities, essential for the effectiveness of the management of their
missions and their diplomatic actions.
While diplomats work out the principles of foreign policy of their States, a
most important part in the formulation and modification of such a policy is
enabled through their reports from their posts abroad.

 Agreements/Treaties, Diplomatic ties

Undoubtedly, procedures of diplomacy are in effect today because of their
essential advantages for communication among States, with necessary
adjustments imposed by the evolution of techniques and customs. All of these
are essentials of the principles, standards and procedures of diplomatic
practice.
In the same direction, governments still tend to ignore the “unofficial
emissaries” and to question their authority, but in the case of diplomatic
missions they are required to take account of the authority and representation
of these emissaries acting in accordance with the existing rules of
international coexistence and according to the principle of reciprocity.
Governments, Foreign Ministries and embassies are in these changing times
beset by “intermediaries” offering all kinds of services, contacts and even
confidential information. These offers must be carefully screened before any
“formal” arrangements are reached with such “intermediaries.” The
effectiveness of these arrangements is sometimes very useful.
There are also times when a “parallel diplomacy” is practiced through the
efforts made abroad by state institutions, without the direction, control or
knowledge of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. These actions run counter to
the fundamental principle of unity of action outside of the State and even
conceptual contradictions are noticed critically by foreign governments.