Digital diplomacy in the age of Artificial Intelligence: tools, risks, and perspectives [Articol]

Abstract

The article provides a comprehensive overview of digital diplomacy as a new paradigm of international communication, shaped by the evolution of information technologies. It traces the development of digital diplomacy from its institutionalization during the Obama administration to its transformation under Donald Trump, highlighting the growing role of social media, online communication, and digital tools in shaping the image and influence of states on the global stage. The study further examines the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into diplomatic practice, emphasizing how AI enhances information analysis, forecasting, and strategic communication, while simultaneously generating ethical, legal, and security challenges. The research argues that in the age of AI, digital diplomacy evolves from a communicative mechanism into a complex system of data-driven decision-making and international interaction, requiring new principles of transparency, accountability, and human oversight.