Poverty must be reduced not only for reasons of moral and justice, but also of security.
Anna LindhRead
Global markets must be balanced by global values such as respect for human rights and international law, democracy, security and sustainable economic and environmental development.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Global stability relies on shared values and respect for human rights and law.
This quote emphasizes the importance of aligning global economic activities with fundamental human values such as democracy, security, and sustainable development. It suggests that for markets to function effectively on a global scale, they must incorporate principles that uphold human dignity and universal rights, highlighting an interconnectedness between economic practices and ethical considerations.
Themes
GlobalValuesHuman RightsDemocracySustainability
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a speech at an international conference on human rights.
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