Intercultural communication and diplomacy
Publications, TimelineThe publication "Intercultural Communication and Diplomacy" edited by Hannah Slavik compiles papers from conferences in 2003 and 2004, featuring diverse perspectives from authors of 17 nationalities and various professional backgrounds.
The 21st century ambassador
Publications, TimelineThe book "The 21st Century Ambassador" by Ambassador Kishan S Rana, published in 2004, explores the modern role of ambassadors in the international system, focusing on their relevance, responsibilities, and potential.
Second International Conference on Intercultural Communication and Diplomacy
Conferences, TimelineThe second International Conference on Intercultural Communication and Diplomacy in Malta in February 2004 centered on organizational and professional cultures in relation to diplomacy.
Diplo at the World Summit on the Information Society
Conferences, TimelineDiplo participated in the World Summit on the Information Society in 2003, offering capacity-building for diplomats from developing nations, hosting discussions, and creating the Information Society Portal for data access.
Capacity building in Internet governance (training – research – policy immersion)
Courses, TimelineDiplo's inaugural multistakeholder course on Information Society Governance ended in December 2003, encompassing training sessions in Belgrade, online learning sessions, and activities in Geneva to enhance diplomatic reporting skills. This course attracted participants from government, business, media, and civil society.
Trends and issues in cyberspace
Publications, TimelineIn 2003, Diplo released The Information Society Library booklets to offer non-technical guidance on cyberspace issues for international affairs professionals, focusing on trends and key topics in the field.
New Diplo office
Milestones, TimelineDiplo relocated to a new office at the Regional Building in Msida, Malta in October 2003.
Diplo and GCSP joint initiative on cybersecurity
Courses, TimelineDiplo collaborated with GCSP in 2003, contributing to a security course in Belgrade and Bishkek on information technology and negotiations. They co-organized a panel in Geneva on cyberwar, cybercrime, and cyberterrorism.
Internet governance workshop in Belgrade
Courses, TimelineIn September 2003, a workshop on Internet governance was conducted in Belgrade by Diplo in collaboration with the Diplomatic Academy and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, preceding a larger event in Geneva later that year.
Bilateral diplomacy course starts…
Courses, TimelineDiplo launched an online course in August 2003 on Bilateral Diplomacy to teach participants the basics of this essential aspect of international relations. The course, conducted online over two months, combined theory with practical examples from diplomatic practice.
