Twentieth-Century Diplomacy - A Case Study of British Practice, 1963-1976

In contrast to most works of international history, which dwell on particular relationships, strategies, wars or crises, the questions in this book are about how diplomacy was actually conducted. The period 1963-76 saw significant changes in diplomatic practice globally. It was particularly a time of change for Britain as the country negotiated its declining world power and joined the European Community and economic problems forced spending cuts. Looking at the reform of the British Diplomatic Service and Foreign Office as well as the role of ambassadors, the use of 'special' envoys, summits and state visits, John Young sheds light on how diplomacy was organised in order to put into effect the country's foreign policy and on how diplomatic practice changed over time to make it more effective. Drawing comparisons with other countries, especially the United States, this study focuses on the means of diplomacy rather than the ends.

Sommario

Introduction; 1. Policy and policy-makers; 2. The diplomatic machine; 3. Resident ambassadors; 4. Special missions; 5. Bilateral summitry; 6. Multilateral diplomacy; 7. State visits; 8. Recognition and unconventional diplomacy; Conclusion.

Riassunto

This study examines how diplomacy was conducted in Britain during a time of change in diplomatic practice, and draws comparisons with other countries, especially the United States. In doing so, John Young provides a valuable case study that sheds light on the means of diplomacy rather than the ends.

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Autori: John W. Young, John W. (University of Nottingham) Young, YOUNG JOHN W
• Editore: Cambridge University Press ELT
• Lingue: Inglese
• Formato: Tascabile
• Pubblicazione: 13.09.2012
• EAN: 9781107407572
• ISBN: 978-1-107-40757-2
• Pagine: 260
• Categorie: Scienze sociali, diritto, economia > Scienze politiche > Teorie politiche e storia delle idee; Scienze umane, arte, musica > Storia > Storia dei paesi e delle regioni; European History, 20th century history: c 1900 to c 2000, International Relations, 20th century, c 1900 to c 1999, Political science & theory, British & Irish history, HISTORY / Europe / Great Britain / General, Political science and theory