So we all have to be vigilant and avoid turning the reasonable quest for greater autonomy into an excuse to retreat behind borders. All of us need to understand, be aware of and manage the risks posed by the quest for autonomy and having greater – or indeed taking back – control.
A focus on building resilience while maintaining vigilance, understanding and awareness will help us avoid the risk of sleepwalking into a world of diminished expectations and the relative impoverishment of future generations. Thank you for your attention and I look forward to an engaging discussion. [1] I would like to thank Daragh Clancy and Robert Kelly for their contribution to my remarks.