Xheng Ranks
The Arch-Imperium of the Xheng Dynasty merges religion, culture, royalty, politics and military into a cohesive unique political form that transcends just the government but into the day to day lives of its citizens. There are many ranks that are used and the most important ones are covered here:
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Diplomatic Ranks
Arch-Imperial Royal Representative
An official representative of highest rank, to a foreign government appointed by the Xheng Emperor. Only the Emperor may appoint an Arch-Imperial Royal Representative who is the official representative of the Emperor. This rank is entirely royal and does not ncorporate political power unless stated otherwise by the Emperor. Arch-Imperial Royal Representatives may be given full political authority to act as full Ambassadors to represent the Arch-Imperium.
High Commissioner
For overseas territories that are under Arch-Imperial control, the High Commissions are official offices of diplomats. The highest diplomat is the High Commissioner who acts as near equal to the Ambassadors of foreign nations. High Commissioners however have higher precedence to Ambassadors in meeting with the Emperor. Along with overseas High Commissioners, there are eight specific ones that represent the 8 Imperiums of the Arch-Imperium.
Ambassador
The most common diplomatic ranks and the most famous. Ambassadors are appointed to represent the Arch-Imperium to foreign nations. According to proper protocol, usually only a single Ambassador is appointed per nation. However there are cases where there may be more than one, there is usually a Chief Ambassador and a Deputy Ambassador.
Consul
Consuls oversee Consulates, smaller diplomatic missions throughout major metropolital areas overseas in other nations. In areas where High Comissions are used, then Comissions take the place of Consuls.
Ministers
Chief Minister
Associate Minister
Cardinal Minister
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