Seeking out trade or investment opportunities, promoting tourism, or coordinating people to people exchanges are daily duties performed by diplomats. Complementing this critical function The Diplomatic Society pro-actively connects Governments, Business and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) with an inter-dependent information resource as well as a communication forum that incorporates the print and digital platforms. Founded and based in Pretoria, The Diplomatic Society is located in the capital city that arguably hosts one of the highest concentrations of diplomatic representations in the world today. This proximity to over 140 foreign missions and international organization in the administrative capital has allowed our media platform to develop advisory and consultancy services unique to diplomacy. Enhancing and increasing bi-lateral trade through Economic and Commercial diplomacy is a fundamental task of trade and commercial attaches. They draw up and negotiate agreements, sign Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) and establish frameworks. Connecting business, interacting with and setting up of business chambers, organising and leading trade delegations, arranging one on one meetings , seminars and conferences are key capabilities that foreign missions need to perform. Promoting travel and tourism has also become a focal point. By tapping into the natural beauty, art, culture, sport, food, conferencing and other tourism offerings diplomats are keen to promote their countries. It is often believed that this face to face experience often leads to new opportunities and business activity. In light of the above diplomats often require specialized products and services to carry out their mandates. These can range from venues, accommodation, transport, stationary, expert and professional consultancies, security and others, this apart from their daily basics necessities of food shelter and clothing. The paradigm shift in global socio-political and economic landsc