FOREIGN AFFAIRS

My Ways Are Not Your Ways:
From Global Policing to Local Care

Policing every corner of the world has destroyed our reputation and left us vulnerable to retaliation. Imagine if a foreign leader invaded us, claiming our government mistreated its people. Homes destroyed, lives lost, entire cities displaced or raised to the ground. Would it be justified?

Our foreign policy must transcend war. We can't impose our ways on others while neglecting our own responsibilities. Our nation grapples with freezing elders, impoverished families, and marginalised communities every single day, yet we squander billions on war. It's time to redirect our resources. We can't justify lavish defence spending and foreign aid while ignoring pressing issues at home.

Let's Lead, But This Time, By Example

We will end the hypocrisy and instead, prioritise our people, address homelessness, and empower the vulnerable. It's time for a new path that uplifts every citizen.

The notion that we depend on problems to sell solutions is flawed. We can address pressing issues without sacrificing livelihoods. With a forward-thinking and compassionate approach, we can build a safer, more harmonious society for all. It's time to prioritise people over politics and for common sense to prevail, by placing people above profits and power grabs.

Neglect breeds crime and antisocial behaviour, harming our society. We reject the notion that progress depends on perpetual problems and misguided interventions. Instead of engineering crises and laying the foundations for totalitarian and reactive measures, we need proactive and preventative solutions. Tighter laws won't suffice. It's time to address the root causes of conflict, at home and abroad.

Embracing and Celebrating Diversity

We are dedicated to fostering mutual respect among diverse beliefs, nationalities, and traditions. By forging new, meaningful, and mutually beneficial relationships with every nation, we aim to transcend past mistakes and build a harmonious global community.

Diplomatic Engagement

We will initiate open dialogues with nations worldwide, focusing on understanding and collaboration rather than past grievances.

Cultural Exchange

We will promote programs that celebrate diverse cultures, facilitating mutual respect and appreciation among different societies.

Educational Reform

We will integrate global citizenship education into curricula, emphasising the importance of learning from history without assigning blame to current generations.

Economic Partnerships

We will establish trade agreements that prioritise equitable growth, ensuring that all participating nations benefit fairly.

Conflict Resolution

We will develop frameworks for peaceful dispute resolution, focusing on dialogue and mutual understanding to prevent future conflicts.

Restitution, Reparation, And Reconciliation

In an era where the actions of past generations have cast long shadows over international relations, we stand at a crossroads. We believe that today's youth should not bear the burdens of historical transgressions. Instead, we propose a transformative approach: to reset our global interactions, wipe the slate clean, and begin afresh.

Cultural Appropriation

With a full and formal apology, we will commit to returning all artefacts acquired by Britain from other nations without their explicit knowledge or consent.

Slave Trade Reparations

In 2023, Judge Patrick Robinson of the International Court of Justice, declared that the UK should pay £18 trillion for its slavery involvement in 14 countries.

To date, no European government has officially paid reparations to African nations impacted by the slave trade. Following an official apology on the world stage, we will make the United Kingdom the first nation to initiate reparations negotiations.

“The first to apologise is the bravest.
The first to forgive is the strongest.
The first to forget is the happiest.”

Imam Ali