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Protocol
Refers to the ceremonial side of diplomacy, including matters of diplomatic courtesy and precedence.
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Summit
A formally arranged meeting of heads of governments.
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Treaty
An agreement or arrangement made by negotiation; a contract in writing between two or more political authorities such as sovereign states, formally signed by authorized representatives, and usually approved by the legislature of the state.
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Agrément
A host government accepting the nomination of a foreign ambassador to the host country.
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Alliance
A union formed for mutual benefit by two or more states to engage in cooperative action in specified circumstances.
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Armistice
An agreement made by opposing sides in a war to suspend hostilities for a certain timeframe.
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Chancery
The office space where the Chief of Mission and his staff work. This office is sometimes called the embassy, but, technically, the embassy refers to the diplomatic delegation itself.
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Non-governmental organization
A private institution that is independent of the government. Typically, NGOs address a social or political issue.
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Operations Center
The Operations Center (Ops Center) is the Secretary's and the Department's communications and crisis management center. Working 24 hours a day, the Operations Center monitors world events, prepares briefings for the Secretary and other Department principals, and facilitates communication between the Department and the rest of the world. The Operations Center also coordinates the Department's response to crises and supports task forces, monitoring groups, and other crisis-related activities.
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Passport
A passport is an internationally recognized travel document that verifies the identity and nationality of the bearer. A valid U.S. passport is required to enter and leave most foreign countries. Only the U.S. Department of State has the authority to grant, issue, or verify United States passports.