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What does it mean?
Creating a world where small states can thrive benefits everyone.
In plain terms
Everyone wins if small countries can live safely.
What can you take from it?
Protect small nations for global benefit.

Where it applies

  • diplomacy
  • policy making

Putting it to work

  • support international treaties

Questions to consider

  • How do we protect small states?
  • Does size matter for peace?

Another view

Small states still need security.

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