Association Quote by Samuel P. Huntington
“There will be associations and partnerships between some Muslim countries and some Christian countries. Those already exist. And they may shift as different regimes come and go and interests change.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order, 1996
Alliances shift as regimes change, but some Muslim‑Christian partnerships already exist.
In simple terms: Political ties evolve with leadership and interests.
Recognize fluid nature of international alliances.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- foreign policy negotiations
- regional cooperation
- peace talks
- trade agreements
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives Muslim‑Christian cooperation today?
- How might regime changes alter these partnerships?
Alliances can be fragile amid ideological conflicts.