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Standards Diplomacy

Diplomatic engagement intended to shape international technical standards, interoperability rules and institutional participation in standard-setting.

Term type · Institutional practiceClustersTechnology & GeopoliticsTypes of Diplomacy
Context

Standards often emerge through specialist bodies where industry, regulators and international organisations participate under varying rules.

Why it matters for foreign affairs

Technical standards can affect market access, cybersecurity, vendor dependence and geopolitical leverage.

Where it appears in practice
  • ITU member states participated in the 2024 World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly in New Delhi. Source
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