Foreign affairs

NACE code 84.21 covers the activities of foreign affairs, which are critical to a country's international relations and global influence. This industry encompasses the management and implementation of a nation's foreign policy, including diplomatic relations, international negotiations, and the representation of a country's interests abroad. As a core function of national governments, the foreign affairs sector plays a pivotal role in shaping a country's economic, political, and cultural interactions with the rest of the world.

The primary production techniques in the foreign affairs industry involve diplomatic negotiations, international agreements, and the coordination of a country's global activities. This includes the establishment and maintenance of diplomatic missions, such as embassies and consulates, as well as the facilitation of official state visits, international conferences, and multilateral organizations. Foreign affairs professionals also engage in policy analysis, strategic planning, and the implementation of initiatives to promote a country's interests on the global stage.

The main inputs required for the foreign affairs industry include a highly skilled and specialized workforce, such as diplomats, foreign policy experts, and language interpreters. Additionally, this industry relies on extensive communication and information-sharing infrastructure, including secure communication channels, data management systems, and international travel resources. Funding from national budgets is also a critical input, as governments allocate resources to support their foreign affairs activities.

The primary outputs of the foreign affairs industry are the successful negotiation of international agreements, the effective representation of a country's interests abroad, and the facilitation of cultural and economic exchanges with other nations. These outputs can have far-reaching impacts on a country's economic performance, 84.11 General public administration activities, 84.12 Regulation of the activities of providing health care, education, cultural services and other social services, excluding social security, and 84.13 Regulation of and contribution to more efficient operation of businesses, as well as its geopolitical influence and global standing.