Neutrality's identity crisis; the olive branch is becoming an increasingly expensive mouthful. (editorial) From: The Economist (US) | Date: February 3, 1990 | COPYRIGHT 1990 Economist Newspaper Ltd. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

Neutrality's identity crisis

The olive branch is becoming an increasingly expensive mouthful

THIS weekend bevies of powerful people will descend on Davos, in Switzerland, to meet and talk. They will be there mainly because the resort throws a good conference, but also because Switzerland is neutral and therefore a natural place for them to meet. The gathering is a small example of Switzerland's ancient talent for making neutrality pay. Yet will it go on pa...

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