Commitment Quote by Mary Robinson
“Using human rights commitments more effectively, either as part of negotiations in the WTO or as part of the trade policy review process, poses issues of equality in a practical venue.”
About This Quote
Human rights principles can be integrated into trade negotiations and reviews, but doing so raises practical equality challenges.
In simple terms: Human rights can shape trade, yet equality issues arise.
Embed equality safeguards in trade policies.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- WTO negotiations
- trade policy reviews
- NGO advocacy
- government drafting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can trade agreements protect vulnerable groups?
- What mechanisms ensure rights are upheld in commerce?
Balancing economic goals with rights can be difficult.