There is never a humanitarian solution for a humanitarian crisis. The solutions for the humanitarian crisis are always political ones.
Antonio GuterresRead
Migration powers economic growth, reduces inequalities, and connects diverse societies. Yet it is also a source of political tensions and human tragedies.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Migration contributes positively to economic development but also presents challenges such as political tensions and human suffering.
Antonio Guterres highlights the dual nature of migration, emphasizing that while it can drive economic growth and foster social diversity, it also brings about complex challenges that can lead to political strife and human tragedies. This quote calls for a balanced understanding of migration, recognizing its benefits while addressing the hardships it may create.
Themes
MigrationEconomic GrowthInequalityPolitical TensionsHuman Tragedy
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about globalization and its impacts, one might say, 'As Antonio Guterres stated, migration powers economic growth but also brings political tensions.'
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