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- The functions of a diplomatic mission consist inter alia in:
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- (a)representing the sending State in the receiving State;
- (b)protecting in the receiving State the interests of the sending State and of its nationals, within the limits permitted by international law;
- (c)negotiating with the Government of the receiving State;
- (d)ascertaining by all lawful means conditions and developments in the receiving State, and reporting thereon to the Government of the sending State;
- (e)promoting friendly relations between the sending State and the receiving State, and developing their economic, cultural and scientific relations.
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- Nothing in the present Convention shall be construed as preventing the performance of consular functions by a diplomatic mission.