Globalisation has obliterated distance, not just physically but also, most dangerously, mentally. It creates the illusion of intimacy when, in fact, the mental distances have changed little. It has concertinaed the world without engendering the necessary respect, recognition and tolerance that must accompany it. — Martin Jacques

Tags: #Illusion, #Tolerance, #MartinJacques, #British, #Journalist

Mini who’s who:

Martin Jacques : British Journalist
Born: 1945