He believes that human rights are universal values.
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Frequently in 普适价值 (universal values) and 普适计算 (ubiquitous computing). Note: in PRC media discourse 普世价值 (with 世 'world' instead of 适 'fit') is the more politically charged variant; 普适 is the calmer, technical-philosophical sibling.
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Break it down: 普 'widespread' + 适 'fit / suitable' = 'fits everywhere' = universal. The 适 is the same character as in 适合 (suitable).
