Adam Smith actually said...

Multilateralism is critical for successful diplomacy in almost all cases involving complex international problems.

Smith highlights the necessity of multilateralism in diplomacy, especially in Afghanistan.

10/04/2021

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Nobody on this committee, nobody in this country wants a permanent presence in Afghanistan.

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