A Diplomatic Discourse in Translation: A Practical Guide to International Documents

Максименко Л. М., Ставцева В. О. A Diplomatic Discourse in Translation: A Practical Guide to International Documents : навч. посіб. для студентів магістратури. Київ : [б. в.], 2026. 101 с.

This practical guide is designed for Master’s students specializing in International Relations, International Law, International Business, and International Economic Relations. It focuses on developing translation competence in the field of diplomatic discourse, with particular emphasis on international documents. The manual combines theoretical knowledge with practical exercises, including reading, analysis, and translation of documents such as the Camp David Accords (1978), the Oslo Accords – Declaration of Principles (1993), ASEAN declarations, and other international instruments.
The growing importance of global communication and international cooperation has significantly increased the demand for professionals capable of accurately translating official and diplomatic texts. In this context, the ability to interpret and render complex institutional language becomes a key professional skill.
The guide adopts a discourse-oriented and practice-based approach to translation training. It combines essential theoretical insights with a wide range of practical tasks aimed at developing students’ analytical skills, translation strategies, and awareness of different levels of equivalence.
Special attention is given to authentic materials, including international agreements, declarations, and official documents, which reflect real-life professional contexts.
The structure of the guide ensures a gradual progression from understanding the key features of diplomatic language to applying translation techniques in practice. The tasks are designed to foster
critical thinking, самостоятельне learning, and professional decision-making.
The authors hope that this guide will contribute to the effective training of future specialists in the field of international communication and translation.