1. Nicolson
The qualities of an ideal diplomat according to Calllieres are: truth, accuracy, calm, patience, good temper, modesty, and loyalty. ... Truthfulness, as the first quality, means that a diplomat should avoid "the suggestion of the false or the suppression of the true" (p. 58). ... Loyalty is first of all important towards his own country. No love or emotions for that country should influence his loyalty towards his own country. ... Also, Machiavelli point out that those who made loyalty their foundation could be overcome. ...
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