Burma Quote by Aung San Suu Kyi
“With the right kind of institutions, starting with the rule of law, Burma could progress very quickly.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on Myanmar governance, 2015
Effective institutions and rule of law accelerate national development.
In simple terms: Good institutions speed progress.
Key Takeaway
Strengthen legal frameworks.
Themes
governance
development
law
progress
policy
Mood
optimistic
serious
Type
political
policy
When to use this quote
- nation building
- policy reform
- foreign aid
- civil society
- economic planning
Key Concepts
Institutional design
rule of law
political stability
Questions to Reflect On
- What institutions are most lacking?
- How can citizens support rule of law?
A Different Perspective
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