The Diplomacies of New Small States

Characterized by new research, this much-needed investigation into the undeveloped field of the sociology of diplomacy offers important new conclusions and suggestions, as well as many new ideas gained from practical diplomatic experience. The book examines the establishment of diplomacies of the new small states that emerged in Europe after the fall of the Iron Curtain. The sociological and organizational application is combined with concepts from the fields of international relations, diplomatic studies, security studies and international public law. A systematic, stringent approach to the subject matter makes this book a substantial contribution to the field, suited to scholars, diplomats, students, civil servants and journalists alike.

Milan Jazbec

Contents: New small states in the changed international environment after the fall of the Iron Curtain; Some sociological characteristics and limitations of the diplomacies of new small states; The challenges and problems of setting up diplomatic organizations of new small states; Diplomacies of new small states and the challenges of globalization (an outlook); Notes; Bibliography; Index.