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“We won't make the weak stronger by making the strong weaker, as a very wise man once said. That applies to the economy as well. If Germany were less competitive, the euro area as a whole would lose, because less could be produced then.” quote by Mario Draghi
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“We won't make the weak stronger by making the strong weaker, as a very wise man once said. That applies to the economy as well. If Germany were less competitive, the euro area as a whole would lose, because less could be produced then.”

Mario Draghi

About This Quote

Source Speech: Economic Forum, 2019

Strengthening the economy requires keeping the strong competitive, not weakening them to aid the weak.

In simple terms: Strong economies benefit all.

Key Takeaway

Maintain competitiveness for collective gain.

Themes

economics competition policy

Mood

analytical cautious

Type

policy economic

When to use this quote

  • trade negotiations
  • industrial policy
  • regional development
  • investment strategies

Key Concepts

comparative advantage economic resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to balance equity and efficiency?
  • What safeguards protect vulnerable groups?
A Different Perspective

Weakening strong sectors may cause short‑term social pain.

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