The mobilization of world opinion and methods of negotiation should be developed and used by every nation in order to strengthen the United Nations. Then if we are forced into war, it will be because there has been no way to prevent it through negotiation and the mobilization of world opinion. In which case we should have the voluntary support of many nations, which is far better than the decision of one nation alone, or even of a few nations. (16 April 1954)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Nations should use negotiation and world opinion to strengthen the UN and prevent war. War should only happen if negotiation fails.
- In plain terms
- Use negotiation and world opinion to stop wars before they start.
- What can you take from it?
- Prioritize negotiation and international cooperation to avoid conflict.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can nations resolve disputes without war?
- What role should public opinion play in war decisions?
Another view
Some conflicts may not be solvable through negotiation alone.
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