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The SDGs also stimulate international cooperation, as investments in developing and least
developed countries ultimately benefit developed nations as well. Conversely, if the world
descends into conflict and war, the consequences extend beyond poverty, public health crises,

and violence within a single nation. Regional and global security would be at stake. War leads
to waves of refugees, destroys businesses, depletes human capital, reduces labor forces, and
renders the world more dangerous and unstable. Future generations lose access to education,
and citizens in low-income countries are unable to build better societies due to issues such as
poor health, poverty, and hunger. When businesses invest in SDGs, they are essentially hedging
against these future risks. By committing sincerely to the SDGs, companies help secure their
own long-term sustainability while contributing to social stability, minimizing economic
volatility, and mitigating environmental crises. Strengthening both customers and employees
through this approach also helps preserve natural resources and allows businesses to expand
their customer base alongside workforce development. In this way, the SDGs support the

sustainable management of resources for both business and society.

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