Linking Diplomatic Performance Assessment to International Results-Based Management
Performance assessment of the public sector has become increasingly common, driven by efforts to make governments more effective through results-based management. However, applying such assessments in foreign ministries is particularly challenging, especially when evaluating contributions to international organizations. The lack of visible outcomes makes it difficult to demonstrate effectiveness to parliaments and the public.
Through the Diplomatic Looking Glass
This study presents and analyses books published by Italian diplomats. The more than seven-hundred and fifty titles listed give a broad and varied picture of diplomats and the diplomatic world. This volume evokes not only the talent for describing situations and characters, but also the broad, diverse interests that distinguish the members of this profession. As well, this study takes a broader view of relations between diplomacy and literature, examining the primary moments and protagonists of this relationship.
World Summit on the Information Society and development of Internet diplomacy
The purpose of this paper is to identify new developments and innovations in diplomatic practice resultant from the WSIS and WGIG. First, the author describes the overall WSIS framework and specific aspects of the WGIG. Second, he identifies the new developments and innovation in diplomatic practice that are likely of lasting importance. The author does so by comparing WSIS diplomatic practice to the practices developed during other major UN summits held since the Rio Earth Summit in 1992.
Roma Diplomacy
Roma Diplomacy is a collection of papers written or inspired through Diplo’s 2005/2006 Roma Diplomacy project.
The network neutrality debate and development
This study focuses ont he Net Neutrality controversy. It aims to answer a number of questions including - If Net Neutrality deserves protection, the question is how? Should a political or legal solution be enacted at national or international levels? Can we trust an informal free-market solution that may develop on its own, or should legal and political means be used to enunciate this principle? Will market forces ensure the best outcome, whatever this may be?
Promoting e-Commerce in developing countries
This study examines the advantages and possibilities for the use of digital signatures to carry out electronic transactions. It focuses on developing and transition countries that have not fully implemented the use of digital signatures in their economic, commercial and productive processes. An important aim of this research is to create awareness on the likely effects for enforcing the use of digital signatures to carry out e-commerce transactions on the economies of developing and transition countries. The study also proposes key issues to be considered for policy-makers in countries in order to consider in fostering the evelopment of e-commerce.
Value from Training: A Requisite Management System ISO 10015 and Its Application
The evolving nature of diplomacy now extends beyond traditional state relations to include non-state actors, presenting new challenges for diplomats and foreign ministries. As diplomatic processes grow more complex, training has become essential, yet budget constraints often hinder its implementation. Traditional academic approaches to diplomatic education are increasingly inadequate, necessitating more practical, management-focused training to meet contemporary diplomatic demands.
How to Survive Budget Cuts—and Thrive
Facing a drastic budget cut of 60%, EFTA management had to find ways to maintain essential services while adapting to a smaller organization. Through simplification, motivation, and empowerment, they not only survived but also increased their output. This experience highlights the importance of strategic reforms in turning financial constraints into opportunities for growth.
A study of the UN Working Group on IG – MSP in communication technology for development at the global level
The paper aims to identify best practices and lessons learned in multi-stakeholder partnership (MSP) practices at the global policy level through a participatory methodology based on interviews and an online electronic survey.
E-Diplomacy the Challenge for Ministries of Foreign Affairs
The evolution of diplomatic activities has always been influenced by advancements in knowledge and information management tools, from the telegraph to modern ICT. While each innovation initially sparked concerns about the end of diplomacy, history has shown that diplomacy adapts and evolves. The key challenge now is to assess how ICT impacts the functioning of foreign ministries and the broader diplomatic landscape.
