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Lavrov highlights humor as an essential quality for diplomats

Friday 14 August 2026 - 17:12
By: Azzat Manal
Lavrov highlights humor as an essential quality for diplomats

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has highlighted an often-overlooked quality that he considers important for anyone working in diplomacy: a good sense of humor.

According to Lavrov, maintaining a positive and cheerful attitude can help diplomats cope with the intense pressure and demanding nature of their profession. He suggested that humor can be particularly valuable when diplomatic work produces successful results.

Lavrov also indicated that personal character traits do not necessarily conflict with the responsibilities of a senior diplomat. In his view, his own personality is compatible with the requirements of a position he has held for many years.

The comments offer a lighter perspective on a profession generally associated with negotiations, political tensions and formal communication. Diplomats frequently operate in challenging environments where patience, emotional balance and the ability to build relationships are essential.

For Lavrov, humor can therefore serve not only as a personal characteristic but also as a practical way of maintaining composure and a constructive attitude while dealing with the pressures of international diplomacy.


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