Abstract
This essay outlines a so-called paradigm shift that is occurring in regard to diplomacy and global politics in general. This is a paradigm shift away from the nation-state towards both non-state actors and individuals, and towards regional and global movements and organizations. In terms of diplomacy, this is seen as moving away from the images of old men in striped pants at formal summits to social movements uniting through social media, sometimes called “citizen diplomacy” or “digital diplomacy”. This inaugural issue, with contributions from AGS students and faculty, will explore and problematize many of these issues. To put the issues in context, I will give an overview of the perceived contrast between what I term “old” and “new diplomacy.”
Recommended Citation
Bratton, Patrick
(2015)
"Overview of the Diplomatic Landscape,"
The Journal of International Relations, Peace Studies, and Development: Vol. 1:
Iss.
1, Article 2.
Available at:
https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/agsjournal/vol1/iss1/2