SPORTS DIPLOMACY IN THE MODERN WORLD: LEGAL ASPECTS

Abstract

Sport diplomacy is becoming an increasingly important tool in international relations, especially in the context of globalisation and the growing importance of soft power. The use of sport to strengthen international cooperation, peacekeeping and conflict resolution requires clear legal regulation. At the same time, the legal aspects of sport diplomacy often remain insufficiently researched, which can lead to legal conflicts and impede the effective implementation of diplomatic initiatives through sport. Therefore, the study of the legal aspects of sports diplomacy is relevant and necessary to understand how to ensure the stable and legitimate use of this tool in the modern world. The article examines the legal aspects of sport diplomacy, which is becoming increasingly important in the modern world. Sports diplomacy is used as a tool for international cooperation, cultural exchange and support of foreign policy goals. The paper analyses the main legal framework and regulations governing activities in the field of sports diplomacy, as well as the challenges associated with their application. In addition, attention is drawn to how legal regulation can facilitate or, conversely, impede the effective implementation of sports diplomacy at the international level. It is concluded that sport diplomacy is a new term for an ancient practice that reflects the unique ability of sport to unite people, nations and communities through a common interest in physical activity. The author identifies key theoretical approaches to sport diplomacy that help to better understand the complex interaction between sport, politics and diplomacy: traditional sport diplomacy, new sport diplomacy, sport as a form of diplomacy and sport anti-diplomacy.