Aggression Quote by Fumio Kishida
“Unilateral attempt to change the status quo by force, like Russia's aggression against Ukraine this time, should never be tolerated in Indo-Pacific.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Indo-Pacific Security Forum, 2023
Forceful attempts to alter the status quo, such as Russia's aggression, must be rejected to preserve regional stability.
In simple terms: Violent changes to power should not be accepted.
Key Takeaway
Reject forceful aggression.
Themes
security
geopolitics
law
peace
Mood
concerned
determined
Type
political
strategic
When to use this quote
- diplomatic negotiations
- military deterrence
- regional alliances
- conflict resolution
- policy making
Key Concepts
sovereignty
deterrence
international law
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance deterrence with dialogue?
- What mechanisms ensure compliance?
A Different Perspective
Aggression may be justified by perceived security needs.
![“Now they [the Powers] have started the aggression, and the extinction of our nation is imminent. If we just fold our arms and yield to them, I would have no face to see our ancestors after death. If we must perish, why not fight to the death?” quote by Empress Dowager Cixi](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/947/empress-dowager-cixi-68177_after-death_now-they-the-powers-have-started-the-agg_53275.jpg)
