Multilateral Diplomacy

Strengthening Multilateral Diplomacy and Global Negotiation Capacities


In 2024, UNITAR enhanced its role as a trusted capacity-building partner in multilateral diplomacy and negotiation, equipping Member States and professionals worldwide with essential skills for effective global engagement.

These collective efforts reflect the Institute’s commitment to building inclusive, future-ready diplomacy by offering strategic skills training for diplomats and delegates and expanding global access to advanced academic and immersion programmes in international relations and negotiation.

Leading in AI and Diplomacy Integration

Recognizing AI’s transformative role in diplomacy, UNITAR made AI a strategic priority. The Institute is strengthening its role as a leading resource in this rapidly evolving field. Specialized training on AI and diplomacy, ethics and professional applications targeted Permanent Missions, UN staff and diplomatic academies. The launch of the “AI | IA Bulletin” established a reliable platform for informed decisionmaking in international affairs.

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AI training workshop, Geneva.
Participants of the Global Diplomacy Bootcamp, New York.

Preparing Diplomats and Delegates for High-level UN Engagement and Leadership

In partnership with the Government of Italy and the Med-Or Foundation, UNITAR supported Somalia’s preparations for its 2025–2026 term on the UN Security Council. Through intensive training in resolution drafting, multilateral negotiation and Security Council procedures, Somali diplomats gained the skills and insights needed to assume their future role with impact and confidence.

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The combination of skills, knowledge, and exposure has boosted my confidence and will help me in leading and pursuing my career, both humanitarian and diplomatic.

Rawad Jaber

Lebanon

Refining Public Speaking Skills

Advancing Thought-Leadership in the World of Negotiation

The Institute convened global thought leaders at the fourth Doha edition of World Negotiation Day. In partnership with ADN Group, Doha and the Doha Forum, the event provided a high-level forum to discuss the role of negotiation in today’s world, offering perspectives on emerging challenges and opportunities, culminating in the Doha Best Negotiator of the Year Award.

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Doha World Negotiation Day 2024 panelists.

Expanding Global Diplomatic Education

Through partnerships with top universities, UNITAR delivered 29 Master’s, Diploma’s, and Certificate programmes in diplomacy and international law, benefiting professionals across sectors. The launch of a new M.A. in Digital International Relations & Diplomacy and the expansion of Immersion Programmes to Paris, Washington, D.C. and Vienna reflect the Institute’s commitment to building 21st-century diplomatic competencies.

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Students partaking in the M.A. in Digital International Relations & Diplomacy.