Active Quote by Denis Halliday
“I support a very active programme on disarmament and arms control for Iraq, and of course every other country in the world... That does not require economic sanctions...I think we've got to take the risk and give up economic sanctions while hanging on to the disarmament programme and allow the Iraqis to get on with rebuilding their country.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: United Nations Disarmament Forum, 1998
He advocated dropping sanctions to prioritize Iraq’s reconstruction while maintaining disarmament talks.
In simple terms: He suggested removing sanctions to aid rebuilding.
Key Takeaway
Balance pressure tactics with humanitarian needs.
Themes
policy
humanitarian aid
disarmament
Mood
analytical
concerned
Type
political
strategic
When to use this quote
- Post‑conflict reconstruction
- diplomatic negotiations
- aid distribution
Key Concepts
economic sanctions
risk assessment
international law
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the risks of lifting sanctions?
- How can peace be ensured without economic pressure?
A Different Perspective
Sanctions may weaken leverage for compliance.
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