Terms
Goodwill visit (визит доброй воли):
— A diplomatic visit aimed at strengthening friendly relations between countries or groups, often with no formal negotiations or agreements
Caucus (кокус):
— A meeting of members of a specific group, often within a political party or organization, to discuss strategy, policy, or decision-making.
Coercive diplomacy (принудительная дипломатия):
— The use of threats or limited force by one country to influence the behavior of another country, often to avoid full-scale conflict
Communiqué (коммюнике):
— An official statement or announcement issued after meetings, particularly between heads of state or diplomats, summarizing agreed-upon points.
Credentials (верительные грамоты):
— Official documents that a diplomat presents to a foreign government, indicating their authorization to represent their country as an ambassador or representative
Hardship post (трудное место службы):
— A diplomatic or consular position in a location that is difficult to live in due to environmental, political, or safety issues, often warranting additional compensation
Smart power (умная сила):
— A strategy that combines both hard power (military force or economic sanctions) and soft power (diplomatic, cultural, and persuasive influence) to achieve foreign policy goals
Diplomatic asylum (дипломатическое убежище):
— The protection granted by a country to a foreign national within its embassy or consulate, shielding them from persecution in their home country.
Good offices (добрые услуги):
— The assistance offered by a third-party mediator, often a country or international organization, to help resolve a conflict between two other countries.
Impasse (тупик):
— A situation in diplomatic negotiations where progress is stalled, and neither party can agree on a way forward.
Proximity talks (косвенные переговоры):
— Indirect negotiations where the parties involved do not meet face-to-face, but instead communicate through intermediaries.
Contact group (контактная группа):
— A group of countries or organizations that work together to address a specific international issue or conflict, often acting as mediators or facilitators in negotiations.