Attention Quote by Amory Lovins
“In the model that we grew up with, governments rule physical territory in which national economies function, and strong economies support hegemonic military power. In the new model, already emerging under our noses, economic decisions don't pay much attention to national sovereignty in a world where more than half of the one hundred or two hundred largest economic entities are not countries but companies.”
About This Quote
Economic power is shifting from nation‑states to multinational corporations, reducing the relevance of territorial sovereignty.
In simple terms: Big companies now dominate economies more than countries.
Adapt policies to global corporate influence.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- International trade negotiations
- regulatory reforms
- corporate governance
- national budgeting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards can protect national interests?
- How to balance corporate influence with democratic control?
Corporate interests may conflict with public welfare.