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BEGINNING OF KNOWLEDGE IS THE DISCOVERY OF SOMETHING WE
DO NOT UNDERSTAND.
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In today’s fast changing world diplomats are often called
on to deal with unique situations: problems which they cannot
prepare for or read about in diplomatic manuals in advance.
Knowledge—a combination of information, training, experience and
intuition—is what enables a diplomat to act appropriately in
unpredictable situations. In fact, diplomacy can be described as an intellectual activity based
on the on-going processing and analysis of information leading to
the creation of knowledge, which can be applied to decision-making.
DiploKnowledge promotes projects focusing on research about the
importance of knowledge in diplomacy.
Conferences [more]
We host annual conferences
addressing various aspects of knowledge and diplomacy. Over recent
years distinguished groups of international experts have met in
Malta to discuss topics such as modern diplomacy, IT and diplomacy,
knowledge management in diplomacy, language and diplomacy, and
web-management in diplomacy.
Portals [more]
DiploPortals
are comprehensive and interactive information
sources on specific topics related to diplomacy
and international relations. We offer you the
results of our research, collections of resources,
and the chance to become involved by sharing your
own knowledge and experience.
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Virtual Embassy [more]
We are currently conducting research on the feasibility of the “virtual embassy”. You are invited to add your views to our collection of contributions on the topic from leading diplomats.
Language and Diplomacy [more]
Studies of diplomacy usually concentrate
on the message rather than the means. However, examination of
language use in diplomacy can lead to a better understanding of the
way diplomacy functions and why some diplomatic processes are more
successful than others. Through careful and critical attention to
various aspects of diplomatic language we can improve our
understanding of both the explicit and implicit messages world
leaders and other political figures send out, and improve our own
ability to communicate in the most effective and appropriate ways.
Knowledge Management [more]
Recent developments in technology
and management theory offer new tools and methodologies for
knowledge management. Diplomacy is often slow to adopt practices
from the private sector, but may benefit greatly from these new
tools and techniques if they are properly applied.
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