East Asia could become new center for peace and economic growth, says Chinese political scientist

East Asia may soon set the global standard for peace and economic prosperity, potentially eclipsing Europe, according to Yan Xuetong, a prominent Chinese political scientist. Yan, honorary president of the Institute of International Relations at Tsinghua University in Beijing, believes the growing divide between the United States and its European allies will boost East Asia's international standing.

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the global security situation will deteriorate rather than improve over the next five years

Speaking at a media event in Beijing, Yan predicted that global security will likely worsen over the next five years, regardless of the outcome of US-Iran negotiations. He highlighted an increasing risk of state-based conflicts worldwide, with Europe, the Middle East, and Africa facing the most significant threats in the coming year.

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If European countries are unable to end the Russia-Ukraine war, do you think they have the capacity to maintain overall peace across Europe? I’m afraid they do not

"If European countries are unable to end the Russia-Ukraine war, do you think they have the capacity to maintain overall peace across Europe? I’m afraid they do not," Yan stated. He contrasted this with East Asia, noting, "In contrast to Europe, we have maintained a long period of … peace in East Asia."

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In contrast to Europe, we have maintained a long period of … peace in East Asia