“I believe this is the right time to reset and articulate a coherent vision for change that not only continues to discourage radicalisation, but also comes together to strengthen the institutions of government to ensure society is productive, modern, and evolving with the times. In part this means empowering communities and civil society to lead the way at the local level and ensure services and opportunities reach the most vulnerable.”

“The pandemic is a wake- up call for whole-of-society efforts within and between countries to recover better together. This resonates with recommendations that I made...for a strategic investment in prevention and resilience against terrorism, by building strong institutions and effective governance and integrating efforts to address violent extremism... with the pursuit of sustainable development, the sustaining peace agenda and human rights.”