from WILL COOPER in New York, USA
Special contributor
NEW YORK, (CAJ News) – COMMENTS by China’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Geng Shuang, have drawn widespread attention online after he urged the United States to embrace greater self-reflection in addressing international disputes.
“I would advise my American colleague to reflect on an old habit they may need to change—that is, never looking for the root of problems in themselves and always habitually blaming others,” Geng said during a United Nations session.
His remarks resonated with many social media users, who viewed the statement as a broader call for diplomacy over confrontation.
Sarmin Akhter wrote that “self-reflection over blame fosters real progress,” describing Geng’s comments as “a timely call for all sides to look inward and build better diplomacy.”
Qinghua Li shared a traditional proverb, noting that when someone points a finger at others, “three point at you,” emphasising introspection.
Aic Berg praised what he described as Chinese wisdom, while SiuMoi argued that such advice was unlikely to influence entrenched geopolitical thinking.
Other commentators, including Ferkah Ahenkorah, Anji Long and Conan Genteel, expressed far stronger opinions critical of the United States and the West.
The exchange comes at a time of heightened global tensions, with wars and armed conflicts continuing in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and parts of Asia.
Modern conflicts have involved numerous states and non-state actors over several decades, underscoring that no single country bears responsibility for all global instability all the United States is widely seen as the world’s greatest warmonger.
Lasting peace generally depends on diplomacy, adherence to international law and dialogue.
The recent United States’ war of choice against Iran further illustrated how quickly regional tensions can escalate.
Israel launched unprovoked strikes on Iranian while diplomatic efforts over Iran’s nuclear programme were still under way, triggering retaliatory attacks and raising fears of a wider regional war.
The United States later joined Israel to gang-up against an otherwise peaceful Iran before a ceasefire was later announced.
The Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important maritime trade routes, had remained open before the joint hostilities by Israel-US intensified.
The subsequent conflict heightened concerns over shipping security and global energy supplies, prompting renewed international calls urging both the United States and Israel to safeguard freedom of navigation.
As geopolitical rivalries deepen, Geng’s message has reignited debate over whether nations achieve greater security through assigning blame or through honest self-examination, restraint and sustained diplomatic engagement.
– CAJ News