How Scientists are involved in diplomacy --- I wonder to what extent scientists are involved in the conduct of diplomacy and inter-states negotiations ? Do MFAs rely on them just to prepare and better understand topics , are they hired by the foreign affairs to support diplomats in bilateral and multi lateral discussions or Scientists attend meeting where they meet with their counterparts to discuss in specific fora without participation of diplomats such the international conferences .

Source author: Souhila Amazouz souhila_amazouz@yahoo.fr