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In this series of articles, we will try and inform you what you can do in erepublik if you are active in the community, work hard and have an open mind. However there are many different ways of being successful in erepublik, from diplomatic success to military success and much, much more

Why is Foreign Affairs important
Foreign Affairs in erepublik terms meanz the building of relationships between nations. Diplomacy can start wars or prevent them from happening. Foreign Affairs is one of the focal points of the game as without it we would not have any of the alliances that determine so much of what is going on in the game on a global scale.
Foreign Affairs is always important in eRepublik, well liked representatives can further relations with countries endlessly. This is especially important for a smaller country such as the eUK - as forming good relations is essential. This game is based on community, and someone has to be around to tie the knots that exist outside of the countries internal community, form alliances and make new friends- Mr Woldy, Secretary General of Phoenix

The Career Path

Step One: Diplomat/Ambassador

The first rung of a career in Foreign Affairs is the job of a diplomat. The Minister of Foreign Affairs will normally make an applications thread in General. Once your application has been accepted its time to get to work. The main job of a diplomat will be to compile reports on the situation in your countries. If you want to stand out as a diplomat, you should talk regularly to the MoFAs or CPs of your countries to try and build relationships with them. Past diplomats have also set up summits between different nations. This is an important stage, as you need to work hard and deliver results to be noticed. You will probably need to spend a few months of a diplomat, proving you are consistent. A great perk of being a diplomat is that you get to make great friends from other eNations who you can keep in contact with long after your term as diplomat to their country is over. Depending on how the department is set up you may also get great experience working with your MoFA, especially if you are enthusiastic.

Step Two: Minister of Foreign Affairs

This position is one of the most important in cabinet and to even be considered for the role you need to have shown brilliant activity, aptitude and dedication in your role as a diplomat. You will be involved in directing the Foreign policy of the whole nation and liaising with the governments of other nations

Being Minister of Foreign Affairs is possibly one of the best roles you can get in this game. The MoFA is in charge of handling their country's diplomatic relations, and negotiating with other nations where negotiating is needed. They will also usually be in command of a set of ambassadors or diplomats, who will be focused on either an individual or small group of nations. In the eUK, you also get the great oppurtunity as MoFA to get access to certain areas of Phoenix; the people you meet are great, and will stick by you whenever you need them- GGRyan- Minister of Foreign Affairs

The Pinnacle of Foreign Affairs

Some former MoFAs become Prime Ministers, who lead the nation in every area and our the face of our nation across the world. They make critical desicions in Foreign Affairs like whether to attack a nation. They also play a key role in Phoenix. If you are considered good enough you could be apppointed to Phoenix command, which is the most prestigous role in Foreign Affairs. Phoenix command coordinates everything from the national armies of its members to their finances. Many famous players from around the world have been members of Phoenix command, from Iain Keers to Battalgazi. The highest position in Phoenix is Secretary General, a position only filled with the very best. Many players dream of one day becoming SG, as it effectively puts you in charge of a huge alliance.
The role of PHOENIX Secretary General is the daily management and organization of the alliance. PHOENIX combines a lot of countries in one alliance and without a leader they'd be nowhere. SGs are both diplomats as they are strategists, and they have a say in virtually everything involving the alliance. Everything from cash funds to attacking Canada is done through the SG-Frerk-Former Secretary General of Phoenix

So does Foreign Affairs sound like it's for you? If so, the place to start is the eUK Forums, which are a great place to get involved. Another place you need to be if you want to get anywhere in erepublik is IRC, /join #euk to begin your erepublik journey.
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