The Effect of Social Media Platforms on Diplomatic Activities
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Abstract
Throughout the last decade and a half, the achievements of digitalization have gained traction and caused significant changes in the world of diplomacy. Some of these effects are self-explanatory, some require detailed research. This study gives an overview of the new diplomatic reality caused by web 2.0 online platforms; taking a look at the level of change in the transparency and accountability of diplomatic activities, and examining – apart from the obvious boost in efficiency, the quality of multiplication, and the obvious novelties in format – the change digitalization has brought about in the substance of diplomacy.