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If nations could overcome the mutual fear and distrust whose sombre shadow is now thrown over the world, and could meet with confidence and good will to settle their possible differences, they would easily be able to establish a lasting peace.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Nations need to overcome fear and distrust to achieve lasting peace.
Fridtjof Nansen emphasizes that the establishment of peace among nations is not only possible but essential. By overcoming mutual fears and cultivating goodwill, nations can confidently resolve their differences and pave the way for a stable and enduring peace in the world.
Themes
PeaceFearTrustNationsGoodwill
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about international relations at a conference.
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