In considering our traditional ties with the Commonwealth we should remember that it now differs greatly from the entity which existed 20 or 30 years ago. Many of us do not feel quite the same allegiance to Archbishop Makarios or Doctor Nkrumah or to people like Jomo Kenyatta as we do towards Mr. Menzies of Australia.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Thatcher notes changing ties with the Commonwealth and differing allegiances to leaders from different eras.
- In plain terms
- The Commonwealth changed, and people feel more connected to some leaders than others.
- What can you take from it?
- Political ties evolve over time.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do international ties change?
- Who do we remain loyal to?
Another view
It reflects a specific viewpoint on Commonwealth relevance.
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