In high-stakes negotiations, diplomatic cotton candy refers to sweet, vague language used to avoid conflict without making real commitments. Politicians and diplomats deploy it to soothe tensions, buy time, or delay decisions during summits or trade talks. The primary beneficiaries are negotiators seeking temporary calm, while opponents often face frustration from stalled progress.
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