Orthodoxy in Diplomacy: An Overview of the Serbian Orthodox Church’s Religious Diplomacy and Role in International Relations

Authors : Miloš Todorović

Pages : 103-130

Doi:10.56679/balkar.1449077

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Publication Date : 2024-06-25

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Following the revitalization and politicization of religion that happened in Serbia during the late 20th and early 21st century, the Serbian Orthodox Church became an important non-state actor in the country. This article explores its involvement in Serbia’s relations with other countries, with a particular focus on the Church’s and the country’s religious diplomacy efforts. It provides an overview of the Church’s multifaceted roles, including advising Serbian and foreign diplomats, engaging in track II diplomacy, as well as other small-scale initiatives.
Keywords : religious diplomacy, Serbian Orthodox Church, Srpska pravoslavna crkva, SPC