As a great socialist power the Soviet Union is fully aware of its responsibility to the peoples for preserving and strengthening peace. We are open to peaceful, mutually beneficial cooperation with states on all continents. We are for the peaceful settlement of all disputable international problems through serious, equal, and constructive talks.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author states the nation's commitment to peace and cooperative international relations.
- In plain terms
- We want to work with other countries to keep the peace.
- What can you take from it?
- Peace is maintained through open and equal dialogue.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do we build trust with enemies?
- What makes talks successful?
Another view
It may ignore past conflicts or power imbalances between nations.
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