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Meaning of checkbook diplomacy | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A foreign policy which openly uses foreign aid and investment between countries to curry diplomatic favor.

countable, uncountable

Examples

“Japan's initial contribution to Kabul resembled “checkbook diplomacy plus” with a pledge of ODA plus the dispatch of the Maritime SDF to the Indian Ocean. These steps appeared sufficient.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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