The drive toward economic nationalism is only part of the general revival of nationalism.

Whatever we do or fail to do will influence the course of history.

We had four years of world war which the peoples endured only because they were told that their sufferings would free humanity forever from the scourge of war.

In some states militant nationalism has gone to the lengths of dictatorship, the cult of the absolute or totalitarian state and the glorification of war.

This is our world, and we must make the best of it.

In short, it may be said that on paper the obligations to settle international disputes peacefully are now so comprehensive and far-reaching that it is almost impossible for a state to resort to war without violating one or more solemn treaty obligations.

The drive toward economic nationalism is only part of the general revival of nationalism.