
International Negotiation and Mediation training | AGDA
29 January 2024 - 16 February 2024
Abu Dhabi
Related topics: Capacity development Foreign ministries Negotiations
Diplo lecturers Amb. Amr Aljowaily and Rodrigo Márquez Lartigue will deliver International Negotiation and Mediation training at the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA) in Abu Dhabi from 29 January to 16 February 2024.
This intensive programme, including two specialised sessions delivered in Arabic, designed for diplomats and professionals engaged in international affairs in the UAE ministries, will equip participants with essential skills in diplomacy, negotiation, and conflict resolution, blending theory with real-world case studies.
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