Many complex international negotiations devote a great deal of time to the question of just who will be recognized and who can speak for others. The issue about participants can be decided by asking which of the following questions?
A) Whose presence is likely to keep other parties from achieving their objectives?
B) Whose presence is likely to help other parties achieve their objectives?
C) Who could spoil the deal if they were excluded?
D) All of the answers (less answer E) are correct
E) None of the answers are correct

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All of the answers (less answer E) are correct. The issue of participants in complex international negotiations can be decided by asking all three questions: Whose presence is likely to keep other parties from achieving their objectives? Whose presence is likely to help other parties achieve their objectives? Who could spoil the deal if they were excluded?  It is important to carefully consider who should be included in the negotiation process, as their presence or absence can have a significant impact on the success of the negotiation.

Many Complex International Negotiations Devote a Great Deal of Time