An odd couple in diplomatic relations arrive in Tazbekistan as British ambassadors. Things go from bad to worse, as they keep inadvertently offending their hosts.
EPISODE 1
The Rabbit Never Escapes
Ambassador Davis' attempts to secure a £2 billion helicopter contract for Britain are hampered by the arrest of a human rights activist and the accidental shooting of an Ibex, the national animal of Tazbekistan.
EPISODE 2
The Prince's Trousers
The arrival of an insensitive member of the royal family coincides with the escape of an outspoken political dissident.
EPISODE 3
The Tazbek Spring
An anti-government rebellion threatens the stability of Tazbekistan and Ambassador Davis makes an uncharacteristically bold decision to try and meet the rebel leader.
Matthew Macfadyen
David Mitchell
Robert Webb
Keeley Hawes
Natalia Tena
Yigal Naor
Susan Lynch
Amara Karan
Shivani Ghai
Debbie Chazen
Ralph Ineson