‘The Art of Diplomacy in the 21st Century: Contemporary Challenges to an Ancient Profession’ at AUB

The Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs (IFI) cordially invites you to an open discussion as part of its series “The Ambassador in the Academy.”

The Art of Diplomacy in the 21st Century: Contemporary Challenges to an Ancient Profession with HE François Barras
Swiss Ambassador to Lebanon

Diplomacy, one of the prime human techniques to manage relations between politically-organized groups, has undergone a profound transformation in the past few decades, due to the information revolution, globalization, and the increased relevance of new non-state actors in international affairs.
Does traditional diplomacy still matter in today’s world? How do diplomats and governments react to these changes? What skills are required to be a competent diplomat in the 21st century? With a special focus on Lebanon, this lecture explores how concepts of public diplomacy and soft power have steadily gained significance in international relations.

Event will be in English.

Location: Issam Fares Institute, Auditorium