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Diplomacy and mediation are not prerogatives of the major powers.
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Diplomacy and mediation are not reserved for powerful countries. The quote says that smaller or less influential states can also help resolve disagreements, build communication, and support peaceful settlements. International problem-solving does not belong exclusively to the major powers.
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