Activity Quote by James Forrestal
“For the only way in which a durable peace can be created is by world-wide restoration of economic activity and international trade.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Post‑War Economic Policy, 1945
Durable peace requires global economic recovery and revived international trade as the foundation for stability.
In simple terms: Peace depends on worldwide economic activity and trade.
Key Takeaway
Promote global commerce to sustain peace.
Themes
politics
economics
peace studies
Mood
optimistic
strategic
Type
prescriptive
analytical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- international relations
- development planning
Key Concepts
Economic interdependence
trade liberalization
post‑war reconstruction
Questions to Reflect On
- What economic policies best support lasting peace?
- How can trade be made equitable?
A Different Perspective
Trade alone may not resolve deeper conflicts.
