"Militarism has no place in today's world," declared Columbia University professor Jeffrey Sachs in a recent interview with CGTN host Tian Wei. 🌏
Over the past decade, Sachs explains, Japanese militarism has been on the rise and military spending has surged to record levels. 💸 For a region still healing from 20th century conflicts, he warns this arms buildup risks reigniting old tensions.
"Remembering history is not about creating division," Sachs emphasized, "but about safeguarding peace in Northeast Asia." 🕊️ Reflecting on past lessons, he called on leaders and citizens to embrace dialogue over division.
This message resonates with students and young entrepreneurs alike: investing in cooperation, culture, and education can spark a new era of regional unity 🤝. Instead of fueling an arms race, Sachs urges Asia's next generation to lead with ideas, not weapons.
As 2026 approaches, Sachs's plea is a timely reminder: in a world facing shared challenges—climate change, public health, and social inequality—our greatest strength lies in solidarity, not in stockpiling arms. Let's choose peace. ✌️
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
