diplomat and representative are unrelated
A diplomat representing their country is referred to as an ambassador.
Diplomat
A diplomat is a representative of a country who builds relationships with other nations. Synonyms for diplomat are ambassador, emissary, or attaché.
An ambassador is an accredited diplomat sent by a country as its official representative to a foreign country or a person who acts as a representative or promoter of a specified activity.
a diplomat of the highest rank; accredited as representative from one country to another
ambassador, diplomat, emissary, messenger, agent, representative, delegate, courier, intermediary
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Synonyms for ambassador would include envoy, representative. agent, minister, diplomat, consul, attache
A messenger or representative. Usually refering to a diplomat ranking just below an ambassador and just above a minister.
A courtesy call is a formal meeting in which a diplomat or representative of a state pays a visit out of courtesy to a head of state or state office holder.
A career diplomat is a professional who works in the foreign service of a country, representing its government in international relations. They typically undergo rigorous training and serve in various diplomatic roles throughout their career, focusing on promoting their country's interests and maintaining diplomatic relations with other nations.
I believe you are thinking of an ambassador.