Anna Lindh quotes

Anna Lindh was a prominent Swedish politician and member of the Social Democratic Party. Known for her strong advocacy of human rights and international cooperation, she served as Minister for Foreign Affairs. She was tragically assassinated in 2003, leaving a lasting impact on Swedish and European politics. Here are 30 of her quotes:

Globalisation has made us more vulnerable. It creates a world without borders, and makes us painfully aware of the limitations of our present instruments, and of politics, to meet its challenges. (Anna Lindh)
The United Nations remains our most important global actor. These days we are continuously reminded of the enormous responsibility of the Security Council to uphold international peace and stability. View quote
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Developed countries and advanced developing countries must open their markets for products from the developing world, and support in developing their export and import capacity. View quote
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We need the UN, to deal with the threats to our common security from nuclear, chemical and biological weapons, not only in the case of Iraq. They must be tackled by the international community together, by strengthening conventions, treaties and agreements. View quote
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The WTO has one of the most impressive records in global economic governance, by promoting trade liberalisation and economic development. View quote
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Terrorism can never be accepted. We must fight it together, with methods that do not compromise our respect for the rule of law and human rights, or are used as an excuse for others to do so. View quote
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Regional exchange can be a source of growth and development, and of enhancing good governance. View quote
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Globalisation makes it clear that social responsibility is required not only of governments, but of companies and individuals. All sources must interact in order to reach the MDGs. View quote
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Poverty does not make people terrorists, but terrorists can exploit the frustration it creates and use it as a breeding-ground for violent ideas. View quote
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Still, corruption and oppression are far too common threats to the democratic society. View quote
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Human rights are praised more than ever - and violated as much as ever. (Anna Lindh)
States have the responsibility to create rules and conditions for growth and development, and to channel the benefits to all citizens by providing education and making people able to participate in the economies, and in decision-making. View quote
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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. View quote
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The developing countries must be able to take a more active part in trade negotiations, through technical assistance and support from the developed countries. View quote
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The most important issue we have to deal with is freedom of movement. View quote
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The world is richer than ever, and the gaps between rich and poor are wider. View quote
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Poverty must be reduced not only for reasons of moral and justice, but also of security. View quote
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That was for instance the case in Mocambique a couple of years ago, during the flooding catastrophe. Instead of co-ordinating assistance properly, to much time and resources was spent on fighting about the same helicopters and local guides. View quote
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We need a reform of the Security Council. It must be perceived as truly representative by all the 191 member states, to uphold the credibility and legitimacy of the UN as the main political arena. View quote
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To properly reflect the changes of the world and of the UN, with its growing number of member states, we would like to see an enlargement of the SC that gives room for new members, not least developing countries. View quote
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One of the gaps in our international development efforts is the provision of global public goods - that is, goods or conditions we need that no individual or country can secure on their own, such as halting global warming, financial stability and peace and security. (Anna Lindh)
We need new partnerships in fighting terrorism and building peace. View quote
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Firstly, economic globalisation has brought prosperity and development to many countries, but also financial crises to Asia, Latin America and Russia, and increasing poverty and marginalisation. View quote
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In a case like Iraq the UN has again shown what important role it plays as the guarantor for protecting international peace and stability in the global political structure. View quote
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We urge President Bush to abstain from the National Missile Defense, just as we urge China, India and Pakistan to discontinue their nuclear arsenals. View quote
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Anna Lindh

Anna Lindh - Image
Occupation: Swedish Politician
Born: June 19, 1957
Died: September 11, 2003
Quotes count: 30

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