2006-12-19 09:38:04 · 4 answers · asked by beachbug 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Embassies & Consulates
Here is an excellent bit on diplomatic pouches:
http://www.straightdope.com/mailbag/mdiplomaticpouch.html
Note: Any type of container can be deemed to be a diplomatic pouch, from a bag to a crate - it basically means that the container, if properly marked, is under the protection of the 1961 Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations.
2006-12-19 18:25:01 · answer #1 · answered by Curious1usa 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Because governments wanted to bring papers and things into the country without being asked what they were, so they decided to make an exception for diplomats.
I would like to see the abolished as I am sure they are being abused.
2006-12-19 19:08:13 · answer #2 · answered by AndyPandy 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Embassies have secret information and sensitive date that needs to be sent without the host country going through it.
2006-12-19 19:52:52 · answer #3 · answered by iwasnotanazipolka 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
WHO CAN STAY BEYOND THE BEPLOMATIC PAGAS
2006-12-20 03:51:55 · answer #4 · answered by montathra 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋