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We must stop posing as victims of the West and behaving negatively towards the West. We must participate with the West o
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"We must stop posing as victims of the West and behaving negatively towards the West. We must participate with the West on an equal footing in the reconstruction of the world"

- Tahar Ben Jelloun

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This quote by Tahar Ben Jelloun is a call to action for those in the East to stop seeing themselves as victims of the West and to instead take an active function in the restoration of the world. He is recommending that the East should no longer be passive in their relationship with the West, however rather must strive to be equivalent partners in the process of reconstructing the world. He is highlighting the value of collaboration between the East and the West, rather than competitors or animosity. He is likewise recommending that the East needs to take ownership of their own fate and not depend on the West to do it for them. By taking an active role in the restoration of the world, the East can show their strength and independence, and develop a more fair and flourishing future for all.

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France Flag This quote is written / told by Tahar Ben Jelloun somewhere between December 1, 1944 and today. He/she was a famous Poet from France. The author also have 39 other quotes.

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