Legal Literacy - This article explains the definition of diplomatic law and also discusses the establishment of diplomatic relations between countries and why Indonesia does not have diplomatic relations with Israel. This article is equipped with legal basis and various existing definitions so as to provide a broader understanding of diplomatic law.

Definition of Diplomatic Law

The origin of the word diplomacy comes from Latin and Greek which means "letter of credence". In the modern context, the terminology of diplomacy refers to complex and mutually influential political activities on an international scale, involving governments and international organizations to achieve their goals. This is an explanation from Sumaryo Suryokusumo.

KBBI defines diplomatic as official relations between countries. This means that diplomatic is a connection formed through state representation or delegation using official state instruments.

In Article 1 paragraph (1) Law 37/1999 it is explained that foreign relations refers to all forms of activities related to regional and international aspects carried out by the government at the central and regional levels, state institutions, business entities, political organizations, community organizations, non-governmental organizations, and Indonesian citizens. This is clearly explained in the law.

Based on various existing definitions, it can be concluded that foreign relations also include diplomatic relations. For information, Indonesia applies an "intermestic" diplomacy pattern that prioritizes national interests in relations with the international community, and introduces domestic developments to the international world.