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“Things change. There has to be flexibility. Let me give you an example. President Xi, we have a, like, a really great relationship. For me to call him a currency manipulator and then say, “By the way, I'd like you to solve the North Korean problem,” doesn't work. So you have to have a certain…” quote by Donald Trump
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“Things change. There has to be flexibility. Let me give you an example. President Xi, we have a, like, a really great relationship. For me to call him a currency manipulator and then say, “By the way, I'd like you to solve the North Korean problem,” doesn't work. So you have to have a certain flexibility, Number One. Number Two, from the time I took office till now, you know, it's a very exact thing. It's not like generalities.”

Donald Trump

About This Quote

Source Speech: Press conference, 2017, United States President

Flexibility is essential in diplomacy; rigid labels hinder problem solving and negotiations.

In simple terms: Being adaptable helps resolve complex issues.

Key Takeaway

Stay adaptable in negotiations.

Themes

diplomacy flexibility negotiation

Mood

cautious strategic

Type

political advisory

When to use this quote

  • international talks
  • trade talks
  • conflict mediation

Key Concepts

political strategy conflict resolution

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can flexibility be balanced with firm principles?
  • When does adaptability become compromise?
A Different Perspective

Flexibility alone may not overcome deep strategic differences.

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