Protocol and Etiquette Introduction

1. PROTOCOL and ETIQUETTE
Prepared by Raizza P. Corpuz

2. Protocol is an important part of diplomatic
practice linked with history, royalty, religion,
culture and language.

3. In international politics, protocol is the etiquette
of diplomacy and affairs of state.
It may also refer to an international agreement
that supplements or amends a treaty.
A protocol is a rule which describes how an activity
should be performed, especially in the field
of diplomacy.

4. Protocol - a word derived from the Greek
"protokollon" (protos - first and kola - glue) - in
the Middle Ages meant the rules of documents
and archives.

5. Diplomatic protocol
• a set of generally accepted international relations rules governing the
implementation of various diplomatic acts, shapes communication
between diplomats and leading statesmen of different countries
• "Protocol means a set of rules, according to which every country
officials governing the various diplomatic ceremonies.
• Protocol Formalities applicable in the development of numerous
details as emergency ceremonies and ceremonies connected with the
work of missions.

6. INTRODUCTION
[A diplomatic]
“protocol is therefore about building relationships
and facilitating positive outcomes for the parties
involved.”
“Courtesy, Respect and Professionalism
are most important components of a
diplomatic protocol” -Tomasz Orłowski

7. "Protocol is commonly described as a set
of international courtesy rules.
• These well-established and time-honoured rules have made it easier
for nations and people to live and work together."
According to Dr. P.M. Forni (International Association of Protocol
Officers)

8. What is the diplomatic protocol?
•The Macquarie Dictionary defines
it as “the customs and regulations
dealing with the ceremonies and etiquette of
the diplomatic corps.”

9. Diplomatic Protocol
Personal diplomacy
• attitude
• manners
• self-presentation
• dressing code
• speaking culture
• social etiquette
• faux pas (embarrassing social mistake or blunder-confuse way)

10. Corporate diplomacy
• communication (verbal, non-verbal, written…)
• cross-cultural etiquette
• ethical issues
• team-building

11. Ceremonials and social events
• event logistics (meeting, conference, meal, reception, signing
ceremony…)
• seating plans and order of precedence
• forms of addresses and titles
• VIP treatment
• social graces

12. Protocol in ceremonies
• the protocol also specifies :
the methods, scope, behavior and etiquette and establishes rules on
official and personal correspondence
uniforms everything that provides each place and respect that match
his official position and determined different political and
administrative authorities and by society.

13. PROTOCOL and ETIQUETTE

14. LET’s SCRUTINIZE…..
• Protocols are also in place at such things as formal collaring, or
training workshops, where certain codes of conduct are expected,
and should be adhered to by everyone.
• Etiquette is like a set of protocols or rules for social situations. Many
Dominants like the formal side of D/s so they tend to teach their
submissive to use correct etiquette, and to learn what is appropriate
and when.

15. Protocols and Etiquette
• though related to good manners - are really what many people associate
with our lifestyle, and many scene people place great importance on
both.
Protocol is defined as: A code of correct conduct (official behavior)
:The system of rules and acceptable behavior used at
official ceremonies and occasions.
Etiquette is defined as:
• conventional requirements as to social behaviour.
• the set of rules or customs which control accepted behavior in particular
social groups or social situations

16. REFERENCE:
John R. Wood, Jean Serres (1970) Diplomatic Ceremonial and Protocol
Principles, Procedures & Practices-Palgrave Macmillan UK

17. NEXT MEETING TOPIC for RECITATION:
Basic Question for Dialectical Discourse:
Cite 5 different Historical Background of Protocol and Etiquette to be
discussed by the students next meeting (if simulation is necessary feel free to
do it)
e.G : Protocol and Etiquette dates back specifically to the Han Dynasty of China
when Chinese emperors practiced the Confucian Way of Life (Confucius 551 BC
– 479 BC);
The Confucian Way:
“Do not do unto others, what you do not want others do unto you.”
Confucius emphasized correctness of values and relationships, morality, justice
and sincerity.