Peculiarities of joining the state diplomatic service of the Russian Federation

The author of the article has attempted to define the nuances of joining the RF Ministry of foreign affairs. Through a systematic analysis of the legal norms governing the procedure of joining the diplomatic service, the author reveals the features of joining the service, defines the necessary requirements to the candidates. The study focuses on the specific requirements needed for entering the state diplomatic service, as well as on the extensive regulatory basis and the practice of selecting candidates. The author makes attempt to systemize the legal rules governing the conditions for joining the diplomatic service from different legal sources.

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