Global markets must be balanced by global values such as respect for human rights and international law, democracy, security and sustainable economic and environmental development.

Globalisation has made us more vulnerable. It creates a world without borders, and makes us painfully aware of the limitations of our present instruments, and of politics, to meet its challenges.

Still, corruption and oppression are far too common threats to the democratic society.

To properly reflect the changes of the world and of the UN, with its growing number of member states, we would like to see an enlargement of the SC that gives room for new members, not least developing countries.

Regional exchange can be a source of growth and development, and of enhancing good governance.

Poverty must be reduced not only for reasons of moral and justice, but also of security.

States have the responsibility to create rules and conditions for growth and development, and to channel the benefits to all citizens by providing education and making people able to participate in the economies, and in decision-making.