Lessons from History
As the world enters a new era of uncertainty, it is time for all nations—especially in Asia—to think beyond the divisions of the past. Global governance is not about dominance or alignment; it is about shared responsibility.
As the world enters a new era of uncertainty, it is time for all nations—especially in Asia—to think beyond the divisions of the past. Global governance is not about dominance or alignment; it is about shared responsibility.
China’s wisdom lies not only in calling for the unity of the Global South through the GGI but also in laying down the practical foundations for success—dynamic markets, adaptable economies and resilient cultural roots that withstand external shocks.
It is very clear that real progress will only be possible when the global situation becomes calmer. Today, tensions are too severe to foster broad cooperation among all parties. I believe that the top priority now is to resume peace.
Through innovation, green development, coordinated regional advancement, reform and opening-up, and common prosperity, the 15th Five-Year Plan represents China’s strategic blueprint for global leadership.
While significant advances have been made in recognizing women’s rights and promoting gender equality, much remains to be done to ensure that all women—particularly those in the Global South—can live in security and dignity.
China’s inclusive and consultative approach reflects not a pursuit of dominance, but a model of leadership grounded in listening, partnership and consensus-building, embodying a responsible global stewardship that stands in contrast to the old paradigm of unilateralism.
The U.S. soybean dilemma highlights a harsh truth in global trade: Unilateralism and tariff wars are counterproductive. By continuing to favor coercion over cooperation, the United States may find itself increasingly alone in the global marketplace.
Achieving gender equality globally remains an arduous task, one that has demonstrated its potential but also increasingly encountered headwinds.
There is a long way to go, and the resistance of the rulers who still cling to empire and colonialism will be stiff, but sustained activism and protest are showing the possibility of building a better and more just world—a world governed by law, morality, and a collective sense of decency, instead of the sword.
The application of AI has transformed the position of the publisher in the research ecosystem.
At this critical moment, what we need is not more port fees and countermeasures, but more rationality—and restraint.