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Firstly, and without unnecessary exaggeration, I during the coronavirus pandemic, which led to
believe that the Faculty of Economic and airport closures and a halt in travel. Therefore,
Political Sciences is the most salient in an individual must have the flexibility to cope
universities, since it can broaden the scope of with and adapt to any situation that arises and
thinking in all aspects of life. A student of the find solutions and alternatives. It is crucial for
Faculty of Economics and Political Science someone aspiring to enter diplomatic work to
observes everything happening in the world understand that it is not an easy job; it is quite
around, whether from an economic, social, challenging despite the allure surrounding it on
humanitarian, or even political perspective. the outside. Consequently, the reality during
This exposure assists students enrolled in the work is entirely different.
faculty to work in various fields, not just in
foreign affairs. Some of my colleagues are
currently employed in unexpected places; one
might work in the parliament or in the media
sector. Thus, I was proud to have been a part of
this faculty, which has played a significant role
in shaping both my character and mindset.

As for the requirements to enroll in the
diplomatic corps, the person who seeks to join
must be familiar with the necessary subjects to
successfully pass the examination. It is
important to have knowledge about
international law and economics, and to follow
up with what is happening in neighboring
countries (whether Arab or African). In addition
to the language, as it is a very significant factor,
it is not only about foreign languages, but also a
special care for the Arabic language. Since the
instructions directed to me are that if we are in
an international forum and speaking as the head

of a delegation, I should speak in Arabic.
Another salient factor is the character; an
individual needs to possess a balanced ELITE’s Seventh Anniversary (2018-2025)
personality capable of identifying problems and
finding solutions. Life within the Ministry of
Foreign Affairs is not as some may depict it,
merely transitioning from one party to another;
this is not accurate. A person within the
Ministry faces very challenging circumstances
on a personal level, whether male or female.
Moreover, the Ministry has martyrs who were
killed while serving in embassies. There are
difficulties, such as the closure of borders

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