Committed Quote by Angela Merkel
“Foreign policy that is obviously guided by interests, but that is very much also committed to shared values, so we have a platform, democracy, freedom, respect of human rights that we would like to see respected all over the world and also, a peaceful world order.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: European Council, 2019
She emphasizes that foreign policy balances national interests with shared democratic values, aiming for global respect of human rights and peace.
In simple terms: Policy blends self‑interest with universal values.
Key Takeaway
Promote democracy while protecting national goals.
Themes
foreign policy
democracy
human rights
peace
Mood
formal
strategic
Type
political
diplomatic
When to use this quote
- diplomatic negotiations
- UN assemblies
- trade agreements
Key Concepts
realism
liberalism
multilateralism
Questions to Reflect On
- How to prioritize values over security?
- What compromises are acceptable?
A Different Perspective
Values can clash with strategic interests.
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