Quote by William Hague

Where defining foreign policy as 'ethical' went wrong was that it implied that all decisions would be exclusive in every respect of any dealings with unethical regimes.

Where defining foreign policy as 'ethical' went wrong was th

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This quote suggests that defining foreign policy as "ethical" had a flaw in assuming that it required complete avoidance of any dealings with unethical regimes. By labeling foreign policy as ethical, it implied a strict and absolute separation from such regimes, which may not always be practical or effective. This perspective overlooks the complexities and nuances involved in international relations, where certain engagements with unethical regimes may be necessary for various reasons like diplomacy, stability, or national interests. Consequently, expecting exclusivity in every aspect of dealings with unethical regimes proved to be problematic and unrealistic.

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