Chapter I: United Nations Correspondence

Vocabulary flashcards covering the formal diplomatic phrases, procedural terminology, and official correspondence formulas presented in Chapter I: United Nations Correspondence.

I have the honour to request

A formal diplomatic opening formula in United Nations correspondence used to submit an official request.

I have the honour to draw your attention to

A formal diplomatic formula in United Nations correspondence used to bring a specific matter or document to the recipient's notice.

I have the honour to enclose the above document

A formal diplomatic phrase in United Nations correspondence used when transmitting an aforementioned document with the communication.

I have the honour to forward herewith

A formal diplomatic formula in United Nations correspondence used to deliver or send accompanying materials.

I have the honour to forward the attached letter

A formal diplomatic phrase in United Nations correspondence used to deliver an accompanying letter.

I have the honour to transmit herewith

A formal diplomatic formula in United Nations correspondence used to officially send or convey an accompanying document.

I have the honour to convey herewith

A formal diplomatic formula in United Nations correspondence used to deliver or communicate accompanying information or materials.

I have the honour to communicate

A formal diplomatic formula in United Nations correspondence used to officially impart or announce information.

I wish to inform you

A formal diplomatic notification phrase in United Nations correspondence used to state facts or convey information to the recipient.

I am authorized

A formal statement in United Nations correspondence declaring that the writer has been granted official authority to act or communicate.

I am directed by

A diplomatic phrase in United Nations correspondence indicating that the sender is carrying out official instructions from a governing body or superior authority.

I am requested by

A formal formula in United Nations correspondence indicating that the communication is undertaken at the request of a specified entity.

I am writing to request

A direct, formal phrase in United Nations correspondence used to state the purpose of making an official request.

On behalf of

A formal diplomatic expression in United Nations correspondence signifying representation of another person, government, or entity.

On (upon) instructions of (from)

A diplomatic phrase in United Nations correspondence stating that an action or statement is made pursuant to directives from an authority.

At the request of

A formal formula in United Nations correspondence specifying that an action is initiated because another party asked for it.

With reference to

A formal transitional phrase in United Nations correspondence used to cite or link the communication to a prior subject, meeting, or document.

Further to

A diplomatic phrase in United Nations correspondence used to follow up on a previous communication or proceeding.

I should be grateful

A polite, formal diplomatic formula in United Nations correspondence used to introduce or frame an official request.

I would appreciate it if

A courteous diplomatic phrase in United Nations correspondence used to request a specific action from the recipient.

It would be highly appreciated if

An elevated, polite diplomatic construction in United Nations correspondence used to convey a strong yet courteous request.

(Please) accept, Excellency (Sir, Madam), the assurance(s) of my highest consideration (esteem)

The standard traditional diplomatic valediction (closing formula) in United Nations correspondence addressed to an Excellency, Sir, or Madam.

constitutional change

A term in United Nations correspondence referring to an alteration, revision, or amendment of a constitution.

the Presidency of the European Union

The presiding leadership of the European Union, cross-referenced with the Chairmanship of the OSCE in United Nations correspondence.

The Chairmanship of the OSCE

The presiding office of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe, referenced in a footnote corresponding to the Presidency of the European Union.

nuclear warheads

A subject term in United Nations correspondence denoting the explosive payloads of nuclear weapons.

preliminary list of the agenda

An initial or provisional listing of items proposed for discussion or action in United Nations correspondence.

specified in Article 19

A formal legal reference in United Nations correspondence designating a provision, requirement, or rule set out under Article 19.

in the absence of any objections

A diplomatic and procedural condition in United Nations correspondence signifying that a measure is approved or adopted provided no party dissents.

final communiquâ

An official terminal statement or summary document issued at the end of a diplomatic meeting, conference, or session.

for further information I refer you to

A diplomatic formula in United Nations correspondence directing the recipient to another document, source, or authority for additional details.

in the framework of

A phrase in United Nations correspondence used to denote the context, broad structure, or institutional scope within which an action occurs.

successor

An entity, state, or individual that follows or assumes the legal rights and duties of another, as referenced in United Nations correspondence.