The Law Of Consular Relations

"In spite of his quotation from Eric Clarke that "Consuls are the Cinderellas of the diplomatic service", this study shows through a historical evolution, the relevance of Consuls through their structure, competence, privileges and immunities. " from the Foreword by H.E. Professor Guido de
Marco, President of the 45th UN General Assembly,
President Emeritus of the Republic of Malta
Contents of this work include:
• The Consul through the Ages
• The Appointment of Consuls
• Consular Privileges and Immunities
• Functions of Consuls
• Assistance to Nationals
• Notarial Functions of Consuls
• The Consul's Role in the Protection of Foreign Interests
• The Honorary Consul
Appendices
• Withdrawal from the Optional Protocol
• Vienna Convention on Consular Relations 1963
• UK-Sweden Agreement
• GUUAM Convention on Consular Relations

An invaluable purchase for Governments, lawyers and those who study them - as well as for Consuls themselves.