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Ditching post-imperial notions of great power status and meaningless mantras such as “punching above our weight” will normalise international relations for the people of Scotland. Becoming a modest, constructive partner in world affairs allows Scotland the opportunity to aspire to emulate the likes of Norway’s diplomatic success in 1991 in getting Israel and the Palestinians to sign the Oslo Accords. This example highlights the power of small independent states to make a telling impact on world affairs. Precisely because of Norway’s lack heft or hard power it is not seen as a threat and can therefore offer itself as an intermediary in conflict situations. It is not about breast-beating prestige, it is about being effective.
Posted on: Mon, 01 Sep 2014 12:24:22 +0000

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