The Role of Diplomatic Communication in Managing International Crises Related to Energy Security“A case study of the European Union and Russia after the Russian-Ukrainian war 2022:

Document Type : Original Article

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Bachelor of Mass Communication Canadian International College-CIC

Abstract

Energy security in Europe has been significantly impacted by the 2022 Russian-Ukrainian conflict. Energy costs have sharply increased as a result of the conflict, and worries have been expressed as well regarding the safety of European energy supplies. In the present scenario, diplomatic communication has taken on a greater significance in handling the global dilemma relating to energy availability. Through an analysis of the relationship between the European Union and Russia, this article explores the function of diplomatic communication in handling the global dilemma surrounding energy security. The President of the European Union, Roberta Metsola, gave number of speeches in 2022, and the study analyzed three of them using critical discourse analysis (CDA). The essay makes the case that Metsola's speeches make use of a variety of rhetorical techniques to create a specific perception of Russia in addition to validate the EU's reaction regarding the conflict. The paper finishes by making the case that diplomacy communication might be crucial in handling global emergencies involving security of energy supply. 
Academics and professionals in the fields of diplomatic communication, energy security, and international relations will find the study interesting. In addition to offering recommendations for future improvements, the study gives observations on the function of diplomatic communication in handling the resolution current worldwide crises.
 
 

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