Artificial Intelligence in Diplomacy: Policy and Global Governance

As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes global politics, international relations professionals must understand the technology driving this transformation. This written course equips you with the essential knowledge to navigate the complex intersection of AI, geopolitics, and international policy. You will transition from having a basic awareness of technology to critically analyzing how AI influences state power, international negotiations, and global governance frameworks. Through structured text lessons and policy-focused case studies, you will learn to evaluate the risks and opportunities that automated systems present to modern diplomatic practice. What you'll learn: Understand the foundational concepts of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and generative models within a geopolitical context; Analyze global AI governance models, international regulatory frameworks, and national AI strategies; Evaluate the impact of AI on state power, digital sovereignty, and the global balance of influence; Address key ethical challenges, including algorithmic bias, data privacy, and the spread of automated disinformation; Apply strategic frameworks to draft AI-related policy briefs and prepare for multilateral technology negotiations. The course begins by establishing core technical definitions and historical context before moving into geopolitical analysis, ethical considerations, and practical policy design. You will progress through comprehensive written explanations and realistic scenario-based exercises designed to build your confidence in technology policy. This course is designed for aspiring diplomats, policy analysts, international relations students, and professionals in public administration who want to build a foundational understanding of AI policy without needing a background in coding. Start reading today to prepare your diplomatic toolkit for the technological challenges of tomorrow.