September 21st every year is International Day of Peace. On this day, people around the world jointly commemorate and advocate for peace, reflect on the suffering brought by war, and call on humanity to cherish the hard won peaceful environment. Since the establishment of the International Day of Peace by the United Nations in 2001, it has become an important moment for promoting peace and non violence on a global scale.
Peace is the eternal theme of humanity. However, throughout history, war and conflict seem to have never been far from humanity. From World War I to World War II, and to recent regional conflicts, wars have brought enormous disasters to humanity. The First World War lasted for more than four years, mobilizing over 70 million troops and involving 33 countries and regions directly or indirectly, with a casualty count of 37.5 million. The Second World War was unprecedented in scale, lasting for six years, and many countries around the world were involved in the war, causing tens of millions of casualties. Behind these numbers are countless families shattered and countless lives lost.
Peace is not only the opposite of war, but also a positive force, a way of life, and a pursuit of values. Peace means mutual respect, equality, mutual benefit, and win-win cooperation. As an important institution for maintaining international peace and security, the United Nations has played a crucial role in preventing conflicts, promoting peace, and maintaining peace since its establishment. However, the world still faces many challenges today. Regional conflicts, terrorism, and the proliferation of nuclear weapons still pose a threat to international peace and security.
In 2024, we should cherish peace even more and actively respond to these challenges. The international community needs to strengthen cooperation, jointly combat terrorism, prevent the proliferation of nuclear weapons, and promote the resolution of regional conflicts. At the same time, all countries should uphold the principle of peaceful coexistence, respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries, and solve problems through dialogue and consultation, rather than resorting to force.
International Day of Peace is not only a day of commemoration, but also a day of action. It reminds us that peace requires our joint efforts and maintenance. Let us move forward hand in hand, cherish peace, and create a better future together. Let the fragrance of peace fill the earth and keep war away from humanity.
On International Day of Peace, SIDLEYCHEM company calls on all employees and partners to pay attention to the cause of peace and actively participate in peace building. SIDLEYCHEM company will continue to uphold the corporate spirit of peace, friendship, and inclusiveness, constantly explore more ways and methods to support the cause of peace, and work together with people around the world to build a beautiful world of lasting peace and common prosperity. Let us move forward hand in hand, and let the dawn of peace shine on every corner.