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The limits of science diplomacy

Understanding science diplomacy today: Part 4 of a five-part introductory series.

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Jan 26, 2026
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Science diplomacy often operates through informal mechanisms rather than binding authority. (Rishi/Unsplash)

This is Part 4 of a five-part introductory series on science diplomacy.

Science diplomacy is often described in aspirational terms: cooperation across borders, shared knowledge, and evidence-based problem-solving in the global interest.

In practice,…

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