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Arbitration Quote by Richard Cobden

“On the contrary, all the world would point to that nation as violating a treaty, by going to war with a country with whom they had engaged to enter into arbitration.” quote by Richard Cobden
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“On the contrary, all the world would point to that nation as violating a treaty, by going to war with a country with whom they had engaged to enter into arbitration.”

Richard Cobden

About This Quote

Source Speech: Parliamentary debate, 19th century UK

Highlights how violating a treaty by waging war undermines a nation's moral standing.

In simple terms: War after breaking a treaty damages a nation's reputation.

Key Takeaway

Respect treaties, avoid war.

Themes

ethics politics law

Mood

serious reflective

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • government negotiations
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

international law diplomacy moral responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is war ever justified after a treaty breach?
  • What alternatives exist to war?
A Different Perspective

Complex geopolitics may force exceptions.

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