Methodology for Researching Digital Diplomacy in the New Era of Sustainable Development and Climate Change
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.62911/ete.2023.01.02.01Keywords:
digital diplomacy, international relations, environmental diplomacy, climate, social media, communications, sustainable development.Abstract
The article examines into the contemporary theories and concepts surrounding the current landscape of digital diplomacy on both global and national scales. It explores the role of digital diplomacy in shaping the foreign policies of nations, with a specific focus on Ukraine's efforts in promoting and addressing international issues. The authors defines modern theoretical foundations of digital diplomacy, and disloses categorial discourse of digital diplomacy within terms of web-diplomacy, twiplomacy and others. The novelty of this work lies in the interpretation of digital diplomacy as a tool for supporting social and economic recovery, and the characterization of social media as a tool for digital diplomacy in the context of geopolitical challenges and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The authors set logical coherence between digital diplomacy and environmental diplomacy. Effective digital diplomacy relies on top-notch information and analytical efforts, demanding well-coordinated actions fueled by significantly enhanced information support and rigorous analytical processing. This approach is pivotal for advancing global challenges and achieving SDG. The contemporary information and communication infrastructure empowers diplomatic strategies to pivot towards climate objectives. Proposals are made to improve the system of digital diplomacy as a new paradigm of international relations, the level, possibilities and feasibility of implementing the use of digital diplomacy tools in Ukraine are determined. Authors substantiate the idea, that evolution of digital diplomacy encompasses critical areas such as advocating for climate-centric practices, bolstering digital inclusion and accessibility, resolving conflicts, advancing digital government and transparency, delivering diplomacy through digital channels, and driving cross-border humanitarian endeavors alongside sustainable infrastructure development.
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