Hey fam 👋 Did you catch the vibes in Beijing? On September 2, the Chinese mainland marked the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II with a Victory Day parade in Tiananmen Square. Beyond the impressive displays, the United Nations has an even bigger shoutout: peace, peace, and more peace! 🕊️
Rolando Gómez, from the UN Information Service in Geneva, reminded us why this milestone matters. He highlighted that peace isn’t just a word—it’s about reconciliation (think making amends after a big fallout) and diplomacy (aka talking it out before things go south). For us in South and Southeast Asia, where histories and borders are complex, these lessons hit home.
Why should you care? Because global harmony affects everything: the TikToks we scroll, the jobs we chase, the rights we stand up for. When diplomacy wins, resources go to schools, hospitals, and tech hubs—not battlefields. It’s a reminder that our future depends on dialogue and understanding.
As you hustle through your day, keep this in mind: history shows that conflict only sets us back. Today’s peacebuilders—activists, creators, and tech innovators—are the real MVPs. Let’s champion respect, keep conversations open, and work together for a world where 🌍 vibes louder than war drums.
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UN highlights peace on 80th anniversary of World War II's end
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