The U.S. consul at work
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The U.S. consul at work
(Contributions in political science, no. 275)
Greenwood Press, 1991
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Includes index
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Description
Designed to present insiders' views on how consular activities work, this collection of oral history interviews with consular officers is an invaluable resource for diplomatic historians and political scientists. The interviews reveal the tasks these officials perform and how they view the substance of the consular function as part of the American role in international affairs both in the Department of State and at embassies abroad. Among the multitude of topics covered are leadership, training, junior officers, Communist regimes, the political milieu in which the consulates operate, American communities abroad, the protection and welfare of American citizens, narcotics problems abroad, visa matters, and passport concerns.
These first hand accounts are provided by both retired and presently working consular officials and reflect a broad range and variety of experience. The interviews have been edited and arranged topically into areas of consular specialization or related interests. Explanatory introductions written by the editors provide needed background information. Although much has been written about the history of consular affairs, there has been little else to date about consular operations and achievements. This book fills that gap.
Table of Contents
Preface Introduction to the Consular Function Consular Leadership Leadership in the Field The Role of Junior Officers Professional Training Foreign Service National Employees Relations of the Consular Section with Other Embassy Components Consular Trade in International Politics Communism and Consular Affairs Contemporary Management Technology Relations with Congress The American Community Protection and Welfare Other Citizenship Services Anti-narcotic Responsibilities Anti-fraud Measures The Visa Function Refugee Programs Immigration and Nationality Service Seaman and Shipping Glossary Index
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