1st Edition

Global Diplomacy Theories, Types, and Models

By Alison Holmes, J Simon Rofe Copyright 2016
    344 Pages
    by Routledge

    344 Pages
    by Routledge

    In a field dominated by the history and practices of Western states, Global Diplomacy expands the mainstream discourse on diplomacy to include non-Western states and states in all stages of development. By presenting a broader view of this crucial institution, this exciting text cultivates a more global understanding of the ways in which diplomacy is conducted in the world today and offers a new perspective on the ways it may continue to develop in the future.

    This book presents; a brief introduction to diplomatic practice, the classic diplomatic narrative, and different theories of diplomacy; an exploration of diplomacy over time and place through four types of diplomacy-political, cultural, economic, and military-discussed by guest authors who are experts in their respective fields; three new models of diplomatic interaction-Community, Transatlantic, and Relational-illustrated through the examples of the European Union, UK and US relations, and the rising powers of India and China.

    Introduction

    Alison Holmes, Humboldt State University

    Terminology

    Structure of the Text

    Global Diplomacy

    Part I: Theories of Diplomacy

    1 Diplomatic Practice

    J Simon Rofe, SOAS, University of London

    ‘Traditional’ Power and Diplomacy

    Fit for Purpose: Process of Diplomacy

    Diplomats, Embassies, and Ministries of Foreign Affairs

    Tactics through Time

    Technology and Diplomacy

    Conclusion

    References and Further Reading

    2 The Classic Story of Diplomacy

    J Simon Rofe, University of London/SOAS

    The State of the State

    Treaty of Westphalia

    Sovereignty

    ‘New’ Diplomacy

    Classic Theories of Diplomacy

    Conclusion

    References and Further Reading

    3 A Different Kind of ‘New’ Diplomacy

    Alison Holmes, Humboldt State University

    ‘New’ Diplomacy and Its Problems

    Diplomacy without the (Westphalian) State

    Alternative Views

    English School

    Revised English School

    James Der Derian - Alienation and Estrangement

    Paul Sharp: The Diplomatic Corps and Separateness

    Sources of Power

    Ideology

    Economic, Military, and Political

    Alternative States and Diplomacies

    Conclusion

    References and Further Reading

    Cross Section 3.1: Diplomacy Timeline

    Part II. Types of Diplomacy and Diplomacies of Place

    Introduction

    Alison Holmes, Humboldt State University

    Time and Its Impact on Views of History

    Diplomatic Practice

    Types over Time

    Diplomacies of Place

    4 Diplomacy and Politics

    Kenneth Weisbrode, European University Institute

    Introduction

    A Broader Definition

    Transformations

    Order and Governance

    The Shape of Diplomacy

    References and Further Reading

    Cross Section 4.1: The Mandala, Politics, and Territory

    5 Trade, Diplomacy and the Evolving Global Economy

    Geoffrey Allen Pigman

    Introduction: Millennia of International Trade as Diplomacy

    The Diplomacy of Trade Liberalization

    The Institutionalization of Economic Diplomacy

    Judicialization and Future Transformations

    References and Further Reading

    Cross Section 5.1: Byzantium: Trade and Culture

    6 Cultural Diplomacy

    Giles Scott-Smith, Leiden University

    Definitions

    Signposts

    Purposes and Application

    References and Further Reading

    Cross Section 6.1: China Zhou Dynasty: Culture and Confucius Meet Military Might

    7 Defense and Intelligence Diplomacy

    Andrew M Dorman and Matthew R. H. Uttley, King’s College, London

    Introduction

    The Nature and Character of Defense and Intelligence Diplomacy: Simplicity and Complexity

    Defense and Intelligence Diplomacy in Peacetime

    Defense and Intelligence Diplomacy in Crises

    Defense and Intelligence Diplomacy in Times of War and Conflict

    Defense and Intelligence Diplomacy in the Context of Domestic Politics

    References and Further Reading

    Cross Section 7.1: India: Chandragupta and Chanakya, Military Strategy and Political Power

    8 The European Tradition of Diplomacy: Alliances, Coalitions and Professional Diplomats

    Shaun Riordan, International College Spain, Madrid

    The Diplomatic Corps

    Network and Coalition Disruption

    National Security Strategy

    Key Events in the Evolution of European Diplomacy

    Conclusion

    References and Further Reading

    Part II Conclusion

    Alison Holmes, Humboldt State University

    Part III. Models of Diplomacy and Global States

    Introduction

    Alison Holmes, Humboldt State University

    9 The European States-System: The Community and Transatlantic Models

    Alison Holmes, Humboldt State University

    Where is ‘the West’?

    The European Community and the Community of Europe

    Transatlantic Diplomacy

    From Europe to Everywhere?

    Conclusion

    References and Further Reading

    10 A Relational Model of Diplomacy

    Alison Holmes, Humboldt State University

    Structure: The hegemony of hierarchy and the possibility of heterarchy

    The Indian and Chinese States-Systems Combine In a Relational Model

    Politics, Culture, Economics and the Military in the Relational Model

    Features of the Relational Model

    The Relational Model and ‘Classic’ Theories

    Strengths and Weaknesses of the Relational Model

    Asia vs? Europe

    Conclusion

    References and Further Reading

    Conclusion

    Alison Holmes, Humboldt State University

     

    Biography

    Alison Holmes, Department of Politics, Humboldt State University.

    J. Simon Rofe, Centre for International Studies and Diplomacy, SOAS, University of London.