👉 A proconsulship is a type of diplomatic relationship between an imperial official and a foreign consul, often used in the context of the Roman Empire. The term "proconsul" comes from Latin "proconsularis", which means "in charge of". This role involved the appointment and authority over consuls, who were appointed by the emperor to oversee the affairs of the provinces under their control. In a proconsular relationship, the consul is expected to uphold the imperial laws and regulations