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Table 1 Scoring and Results Classifications for “Top Ten” Criteria

From: Diplomatic advantages and threats in global health program selection, design, delivery and implementation: development and application of the Kevany Riposte

Classification

Interpretation

Score

Highly advantageous

Intervention program displays clear and significant value from the diplomatic or foreign policy perspective.

+2

Moderately advantageous

Intervention program displays some strengths in advancing diplomatic or foreign policy goals.

+1

Acceptable, neutral, or not relevant

Intervention attains diplomatic or foreign policy minimum standards.

0

Not applicable

Intervention program does not operate in the context of this classification (or sub-classification).

0

Potential moderate threat

Intervention program may constitute a threat to diplomatic or foreign policy goals.

−1

Potential significant treat

Intervention program constitutes a clear and significant threat from the diplomatic or foreign policy perspective.

−2