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“We have a legal and moral obligation to rid our world of nuclear tests and nuclear weapons. When we put an end to nuclear tests, we get closer to eliminating all nuclear weapons. A world free of nuclear weapons will be safer and more prosperous.” quote by Ban Ki-moon
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“We have a legal and moral obligation to rid our world of nuclear tests and nuclear weapons. When we put an end to nuclear tests, we get closer to eliminating all nuclear weapons. A world free of nuclear weapons will be safer and more prosperous.”

Ban Ki-moon

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Source Speech: United Nations General Assembly, Ban Ki‑moon, 2015

Nuclear disarmament is a moral duty; ending tests moves us toward a weapons‑free world.

In simple terms: End nuclear tests to eliminate weapons.

Key Takeaway

Support nuclear test bans.

Themes

peace security ethics

Mood

hopeful determined

Type

policy advocacy

When to use this quote

  • diplomatic negotiations
  • international treaties
  • public advocacy

Key Concepts

non‑proliferation global governance deterrence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What mechanisms ensure compliance?
  • How to address nations resisting disarmament?
A Different Perspective

Verification and enforcement are challenging.

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