In an age of war, conflict, and geopolitical rivalry, a pressing question arises: does humanity still have a place in global affairs? Wars rage in Ukraine and Gaza, tensions escalate in the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait, and ethnic violence continues to divide communities. According to Freedom House, democracy declined in 60 countries in 2024, while only 34 improved. Global military spending reached USD 2.72 trillion even as humanitarian aid fell short by USD 32 billion, leaving 300 million people in urgent need. This imbalance between resources for conflict and those for human welfare compels us to ask: have we lost sight of our shared humanity in the pursuit of power?

Yet, amid division, another path is possible. “My Nationalism is Humanity” challenges the belief that conflict must define the global order. This session will explore how our interconnected crises—from rapid technological shifts to climate change—demand that we see ourselves as “one” rather than striving to be “number one.” By engaging leaders who have witnessed conflict yet still believe in humanity’s potential, we will discuss where human-centered approaches have changed outcomes, how reconciliation has bridged divides, and how solidarity can prevail even when interests collide.

The choice is clear: persist in a world where might makes right, or embrace one where human dignity stands at the heart of global governance—morally right and strategically essential for our survival.