The WTO has one of the most impressive records in global economic governance, by promoting trade liberalisation and economic development. — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
Firstly, economic globalisation has brought prosperity and development to many countries, but also financial crises to Asia, Latin America and Russia, and increasing poverty… — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
The developing countries must be able to take a more active part in trade negotiations, through technical assistance and support from the developed countries. — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
The world is richer than ever, and the gaps between rich and poor are wider. — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
Nonetheless, the developing countries must be able to reap the benefits of international trade. — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
We urge President Bush to abstain from the National Missile Defense, just as we urge China, India and Pakistan to discontinue their nuclear arsenals. — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
Human rights are praised more than ever - and violated as much as ever. — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
Terrorism can never be accepted. We must fight it together, with methods that do not compromise our respect for the rule of law and… — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
We need the UN, to deal with the threats to our common security from nuclear, chemical and biological weapons, not only in the case… — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
Globalisation makes it clear that social responsibility is required not only of governments, but of companies and individuals. All sources must interact in order… — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
Global markets must be balanced by global values such as respect for human rights and international law, democracy, security and sustainable economic and environmental… — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
The world has got more democracies than ever, and human rights are high on almost every country's agenda. Still, corruption and oppression are far… — Anna Lindh Copy Share Image
