Belief Quote by Emily Thornberry
“We need to put human rights, a belief in multilateralism and respect for international law back at the heart of foreign policy.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Policy Address, 2023
Advocates restoring human rights, multilateralism, and international law to core foreign policy.
In simple terms: Put rights and law back in foreign policy.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize rights and law in diplomacy.
Themes
human rights
multilateralism
international law
foreign policy
Mood
optimistic
serious
Type
political
strategic
When to use this quote
- UN negotiations
- trade agreements
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
global governance
ethical diplomacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can multilateralism be made effective?
- What obstacles exist for rights‑focused policy?
A Different Perspective
Balancing national interests can be difficult.
