Diplomatic Strategy: The Interplay of Cups and the Negotiations at the Table: The Interplay of Cups and the Negotiations at the Table

Author: Jin Guihua
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Publishing Date: 2003-01-01
Features: Time is merciless, and in the blink of an eye, one has reached old age. As the temples turn white, the realization of old age grows stronger, and the desire to write becomes even more intense. This is done, on one hand, to summarize one's life, and on other hand, for the joy of having something to do in old age. A lifetime spent in diplomatic work, with much of it spent slaving away at one's desk, has made writing a source of pleasure for me. The content of this book is somewhat "miscellaneous." To be honest, this "miscellaneous" is not entirely without reason—diplomacy isn't just a "miscellaneous field" of study, is it? The book is divided into five parts: "Diplomatic Strategy," "Negotiation Highlights," "Words on Diplomacy," "Diplomatic Diversions," and "International Commentary."
The Ming Dynasty scholar Tang Xianzu once said, "The charm of literature never tires of novelty, and the depth of relationships never tires of familiarity." I truly wish for the writing to be fresh and original, but whether I have succeeded is hard to say. The vast world holds countless things, and diplomacy is a field of profound depth. It is vast, mysterious, and endlessly fascinating. Introducing the world of diplomacy could fill a truck, but this book merely dares to offer readers a convenient gateway.
The book is composed of five parts: "Diplomatic Strategy," "Words on Diplomacy," "Diplomatic Diversions," and "International Commentary." Its content includes summaries of what diplomacy is, attempts to explain the intricacies of diplomatic strategy and negotiation, light-hearted tales of diplomatic encounters, and brief discussions of international situations. Though entirely the author's personal perspective, it may still serve as a pleasant read for leisure time.