In the event of a high-stakes diplomatic meeting, sometimes the only way to get out of a bad situation is to make a quick exit. But how do you do it with style?
When faced with a particularly prickly ambassador, it's best to remember the ancient art of the "Diplomatic Fidget." This involves subtly fidgeting with your pen, tapping your toes, or adjusting your cufflinks while maintaining a poker face.
But what happens when your fidgeting is misinterpreted as a sign of weakness? Don't worry, it's not a faux-pas! It's just a clever ploy to distract from your impending doom.
Read on to learn about the art of the Faux-Pas Fiasco in Chapter 3: The Art of Misdirection.
In the grand tradition of diplomatic faux-pas, one must never forget the Fiasco of the Century: the time the ambassador's toupee was mistaken for a bird's nest.