Embassies differ in size, organization, and the way in which they operate.' Large embassies have a staff of several hundred members, while small embassies may be composed of only the chief of mission, his deputy, and supporting staff. A large embassy can afford to set up many sections (or departments) and employ specialists. In small embassies, the diplomats have to focus on the basics of relations with the host country small embassies are, there fore, in many ways exempted from reporting, a task usually required of larger missions.