Diplomatic Protocols & Etiquette
What is the correct order of precedence in a formal diplomatic dinner?
Head of State, Foreign Minister, Ambassadors
What does ASEAN stand for and where is it based?
Association of Southeast Asian Nations, Jakarta
What is the official translation organization of the UN called?
United Nations Language Services
What is a trade mission?
A delegation of officials or business representatives promoting exports and investment
What does it mean to delegate power to an international organization?
Grant authority to act on behalf of states in specific areas
What does RSVPing to an invitation symbolize in diplomatic settings?
Respect for protocol and formal acknowledgment
Name two regional organizations in Africa.
AU - African Union, ECOWAS
Which region is famous for its multilingual parliamentary interpreters?
Europe - especially EU institutions
Name one advantage of using professional interpreters in business delegations.
Clarity, professionalism, cultural mediation
Give one example of delegated power in environmental regulation.
Climate commitments under the Paris Agreement
Name one traditional greeting custom in Japan used in diplomacy.
Bowing
What is the EU’s primary decision-making body?
European Council
What is the primary working language of international courts like the ICJ?
English and French
What document outlines the agenda for an international trade delegation meeting?
Delegation Briefing Book
Why do countries delegate trade regulation to WTO?
For uniformity, dispute resolution, and fairness
Which side of the car should a VIP guest be seated in a diplomatic convoy?
Rear right side
Which organization is responsible for Arctic cooperation?
Arctic Council
Name a translator’s association based in Asia.
Translators Association of China or JAT in Japan
Which organization often hosts international trade expos?
WTO or regional chambers of commerce
What is one limit to the powers delegated to the UN Security Council?
Veto by permanent members
What is a “diplomatic pouch”?
A protected bag used for official diplomatic correspondence that cannot be searched
Name one intergovernmental organization in Latin America.
CELAC, Mercosur
What are two challenges faced by field interpreters in peacekeeping missions?
Safety, technical accuracy, dialects
What’s the role of economic attachés in trade delegations?
Promote national interests and assist in trade negotiations
Name one reason why states do not delegate powers.
Sovereignty concerns, national interest conflicts