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What does it mean?
The speaker suggests diplomacy is more effective than military force for resolving conflicts.
In plain terms
Talks work better than bombs.
What can you take from it?
Diplomacy is preferred over military force.

Where it applies

  • foreign policy
  • peace talks

Putting it to work

  • negotiating
  • peacebuilding

Questions to consider

  • When is diplomacy enough?
  • When is force justified?

Another view

Diplomacy sometimes fails when force is required.

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