Hague Journal of Diplomacy
Scope & Guideline
Connecting researchers to the pulse of diplomacy.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Public Diplomacy:
Focus on the role of public diplomacy in shaping international relations, including the strategies and impacts of states and non-state actors in communicating and engaging with foreign publics. - Digital Diplomacy:
Exploration of how digital technologies are transforming diplomatic practices, including the use of social media, online platforms, and digital communication strategies. - Cultural Diplomacy:
Analysis of cultural exchanges and soft power initiatives as tools for enhancing international cooperation and understanding, particularly in the context of global cultural dynamics. - Gender and Diversity in Diplomacy:
Investigating the representation and roles of various gender identities and minority groups within diplomatic institutions and practices, emphasizing inclusivity and equity. - Climate and Environmental Diplomacy:
Researching the diplomatic efforts related to climate change and environmental issues, focusing on international cooperation and policy-making at global and regional levels. - Historical Perspectives on Diplomacy:
Utilizing historical case studies to understand the evolution of diplomatic practices and their relevance in contemporary international relations. - City and Local Diplomacy:
Examining the role of cities and local actors in global diplomacy, including the impact of municipal twinning and grassroots initiatives on international relations.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Disruption and Diplomacy:
An increasing focus on how digital technologies disrupt traditional diplomatic practices, with studies examining the implications of digital communication and cyber diplomacy. - Diaspora and Transnational Diplomacy:
Growing attention to the role of diaspora communities in shaping diplomatic relations, emphasizing how transnational ties influence state behavior and public diplomacy. - Intersectionality in Diplomacy:
Emerging research that considers the intersection of various identities in diplomatic contexts, particularly regarding gender, race, and social equity. - Climate Change and Environmental Negotiations:
A rising trend in research related to climate diplomacy, exploring how states and organizations negotiate environmental agreements and address global warming. - Soft Power and Cultural Influence:
An enhanced emphasis on the strategies and impacts of soft power, particularly in relation to cultural diplomacy and its role in international relations. - Space Diplomacy:
An innovative area of focus on diplomacy related to outer space activities, exploring international cooperation, competition, and the governance of space resources.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional State-Centric Diplomacy:
There is a diminishing focus on traditional state-centric models of diplomacy, as the journal increasingly emphasizes non-state actors and informal diplomatic practices. - Cold War Diplomacy:
Research centered on Cold War dynamics is less frequently addressed, possibly due to the historical nature of the subject and the growing relevance of contemporary geopolitical issues. - Bilateral Relations:
Analysis of bilateral diplomatic relations has decreased, with a shift towards more complex multilateral frameworks and global governance discussions. - Military Diplomacy:
Themes focusing on military diplomacy and defense-related aspects of international relations have waned, as the journal leans more towards soft power and cultural dimensions. - Theoretical Frameworks of Diplomacy:
There appears to be a reduction in papers solely dedicated to theoretical frameworks of diplomacy, as practical case studies and empirical research gain more traction.
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