1、1 United States v. Enger, 472 F. Supp. 490, 504 (D. N.J. 1978) (citing PLISCHKE, CONDUCT OFAMERICAN DIPLOMACY 3 (3rd ed. 1959). For example, Ramses II of Egypt and the Hittitesnegotiated a treaty including provisions for the immunity of each nations diplomats within thereceiving nation. Id. at 504n9
2、.2 BISWANATH SEN, A DIPLOMATS HANDBOOK OF INTERNATIONAL LAW AND PRACTICE 3(3rd ed.1988).3 Id. at 3-4.Congressional Research Service The Library of CongressCRS Report for CongressReceived through the CRS WebOrder Code RS21672November 19, 2003Diplomatic Immunity: History and Overviewname redactedLegis
3、lative AttorneyAmerican Law DivisionSummarySince ancient times, the concept of diplomatic immunity has been recognized inrelationships between sovereign entities. More recently, the Vienna Convention onConsular Relations served to codify customary practice concerning the recognition andscope of dipl
4、omatic immunity. This report describes the history behind the principle ofdiplomatic immunity, as well as international and domestic law concerning the scopeof this immunity.Historical Background of Diplomatic ImmunityFrom the earliest of times, interaction between sovereign entities has required se
