Freelance diplomacy

Proposed type of diplomacy

Freelance diplomacy is a form of self-financing diplomatic representation used by countries who as a general rule, could not afford to hire expert diplomatic consultants full-time.[1]

A "freelance diplomat" is hired for a specific task or may sometimes be contracted on a permanent basis to run a delegation, mission or embassy. They may also used to promote investment into the country they work for.[2] It is understood to be a performance-based relationship, where the diplomat is paid on results only.[3]

Prominent freelance diplomats include.

  • Carne Ross, former British diplomat.
  • Jimmy Carter, former President of the United States.
  • Prince Raphael Dakik, Member of the Afghan Royal Family and head of the Qadiriyya wa Naqshbandiyya Tariqa.

References

  1. ^ www.somalilandtimes.net http://www.somalilandtimes.net/sl/2009/393/35.shtml. Retrieved 2018-12-28. {{cite web}}: Missing or empty |title= (help)
  2. ^ http://www.curierulnational.ro/In%20brief/2010-01-15/Freelance+Diplomat%2C+Colin+Evans%2C+big+success+with+European+investors. {{cite web}}: Missing or empty |title= (help)
  3. ^ http://www.curierulnational.ro/In%20brief/2010-01-11/Top+%22Diplomat+for+Hire%22+to+visit+Bucharest. {{cite web}}: Missing or empty |title= (help)

External links

  • Top "Diplomat for Hire" to visit Bucharest
  • Freelance Diplomats Lend A Hand To Would-Be States
  • Trade Commissioner Colin Evans outlines crucial diplomatic strategies
  • Diplomat Colin Evans Big Success with European Investors
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