multilateral conferences have undeniably become a visible and essential component of diplomacy and foreign affairs.
Example of such conferences and meeting are abundant and include those organized in regional cooperative arrangements and institutions
The number, nature and complexity of multilateral conferences often present considerable challenges for developing country delegates to advance their national interests and draw the maximum benefits from the exchange of information and cooperation
Conference procedures, for example, are quite arcane, confusing and intimidating, which can often lead developing country delegates feeling out of their depth and ineffective.
Awareness-raising and skills development courses are be designed as informal, adult learning laboratories, where diplomats and other government officers are given an opportunity to step back from the process, take a critical look at their performance and examine ways in which it may be improved.