IN Diplomacy

An international platform dedicated to diplomacy, global partnerships and international engagement.

Diplomatic Engagement

Coverage of diplomatic initiatives, foreign policy dialogue and international cooperation shaping the global landscape.

International Partnerships

Highlighting bilateral and multilateral collaborations strengthening strategic relationships between nations.

Leadership Perspectives

Exclusive conversations with ambassadors, policymakers and global leaders offering insights on international affairs.

Trade and Investment

Exploring economic diplomacy, trade dialogue and investment cooperation supporting international growth.

Cultural Diplomacy

Showcasing cultural exchanges, heritage initiatives and people-to-people connections that strengthen global understanding.

Women in Diplomacy

Highlighting the growing leadership of women diplomats and their contributions to diplomacy, governance and international cooperation.

About Sun Media

Sun Media Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based communications, media and publishing company specialising in diplomacy, international affairs and strategic communications. The company collaborates with embassies, international organisations, government institutions and global enterprises to highlight initiatives that strengthen international dialogue, economic partnerships and cultural exchange.

Our Mission

IN Diplomacy aims to promote dialogue, cooperation and mutual understanding between nations by documenting constructive diplomatic engagement and global partnerships that shape international relations.

History of the Dean

According to historian Garrett Mattingly, the diplomatic corps originated in Rome, which from the middle of the fifteenth century was considered the principal training ground of diplomacy. The term “diplomatic corps” itself likely dates back to 1754, when the Imperial Court of Vienna used it to describe the collective body of diplomats accredited to the court.

Within the diplomatic community, the most prominent figure is the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps. Traditionally, the dean is the longest-serving ambassador in the host country and represents the collective diplomatic community during ceremonial occasions and official interactions with the host government.

The dean may address matters affecting diplomatic privileges or international law and often coordinates discussions among heads of mission. In many countries, the dean also welcomes newly arrived ambassadors, guides them on diplomatic protocol and organises farewell ceremonies for departing envoys.

Interview with the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps

Sun Media Editor-in-Chief Nomita Dhar met with the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps, Mexican Ambassador Agustín García-López Loaeza, to discuss the historical connections and evolving partnership between Mexico, Asia and Singapore.

The wide-ranging conversation explored centuries-old Pacific maritime trade routes, early globalisation, cultural exchange and the contemporary significance of Mexico–Singapore relations, particularly as both nations celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties.

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Singapore and the Diplomatic Community

Foreign diplomats accredited to Singapore present their credentials to the President of the Republic of Singapore and work closely with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Singapore maintains diplomatic relations with 189 countries and hosts more than 70 resident diplomatic missions.

IN Diplomacy documents diplomatic initiatives, national celebrations, economic partnerships and cultural diplomacy organised by these missions, offering insight into Singapore’s dynamic international engagement.

Understanding IN Diplomacy

A platform dedicated to documenting diplomatic engagement, international cooperation and global dialogue through the activities of embassies and high commissions.

Why IN Diplomacy?

IN Diplomacy is a platform designed to highlight the many diplomatic initiatives undertaken by embassies and high commissions around the world.

Through interviews, event coverage and diplomatic dialogue, the platform documents international cooperation and engagement shaping global relations.

What is the Diplomatic Corps?

The Diplomatic Corps is the collective body of diplomats representing their respective countries in a host nation. In many countries, the longest-serving ambassador is granted the title Dean or Doyen of the Diplomatic Corps.

The dean may hold a distinguished position in the order of precedence and represents the diplomatic community during official occasions and dialogue with the host government.

IN Diplomacy and the Diplomatic Community

IN Diplomacy, a publication and digital platform by Sun Media Pte Ltd, focuses on documenting diplomatic engagement and the activities of the international diplomatic community.

Singapore maintains diplomatic relations with 189 United Nations member states. Among these, IN Diplomacy regularly covers the initiatives, cultural celebrations and economic partnerships organised by more than 70 resident diplomatic missions in the island nation.

Through interviews with ambassadors, coverage of embassy initiatives and insights into international cooperation, the platform provides a window into the evolving landscape of diplomacy in Singapore and across the world.