"Keeping small nations enslaved because of the deals between the great nations or because of any pragmatic considerations that might have been there are totally unacceptable"
- Mikhail Saakashvili
About this Quote
In this quote, Mikhail Saakashvili is expressing his strong disapproval of the practice of keeping smaller countries enslaved due to contracts made between more effective countries or for practical reasons. He thinks that this is entirely undesirable and breaks the concepts of justice and equality. Saakashvili is most likely referring to circumstances where larger countries have exerted their impact and control over smaller countries, often for their own gain, without regard for the rights and autonomy of the smaller country. He is advocating for the liberation and empowerment of smaller countries, and condemning any actions that hinder their progress and liberty.
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