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Peking Univ. Prof. Ames on Thucydides Trap: Thriving culture wins against world's powerful military

The Greek capital, Athens, welcomes the second World Conference of Classics from June 9 to 10. As the world turns to the wisdom of ancient civilizations for guidance, we are reminded that history is not just a mirror of the past, but a beacon lighting the way to our shared future. Amid lingering Cold War mentalities and debates over the so-called "Thucydides Trap," is conflict between rising and established powers truly inevitable? In a recent interview, Roger Ames, the Peking University Humanities chair professor, shared his insights with CGTN's Tian Wei on why philosophy and culture are mightier than the sword.

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