Philosopher Jean-Yves Heurtebise argues that a third world war has begun, albeit in an invisible form marked by de-globalization and demographic crises.
French philosopher and sinologist Jean-Yves Heurtebise suggests that an undeclared Third World War is underway, driven by global conflicts that manifest as financial and ecological crises rather than traditional warfare. He contends that major powers are engaged in a struggle for resources without the capacity for direct hegemony, resulting in an invisible yet profound global conflict.
Heurtebise highlights several critical factors contributing to this situation, including the rise of deglobalization, which complicates international relations and economic interactions. He positions the current international landscape as one where financial and ecological debts are unsustainable, leading to a struggle among nations that rely heavily on their subordinate nations for resources. This dynamic reflects a vast shift in power relations and indicates a fragmented global order.
As a professor at Fu Jen Catholic University in Taipei and a scholar associated with French studies of contemporary China, Heurtebise's insights offer a unique perspective on how these crises shape geopolitical strategies and the interactions between nations. His argument emphasizes that the nature of conflict today is not assertive military engagement but rather a more subtle, resource-driven competition that poses challenges to stability and cooperation among nations.
